Indiana Territorial Governor. Records Commission. The 6th Virginia Regiment was raised on December 28, 1775 at Williamsburg, Virginia for service with the Continental Army. 1992.] Try again later. This page has been viewed 24,491 times (0 via redirect). The 6th North Carolina Regiment was organized during the Spring and Summer of 1776 at Halifax, NC. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). It meant leaving the 1779, Captain Calmes was captured by the British. The 10th Virginia was reorganized as the 6th Virginia in September 1778; Francisco affidavit for the pension application of Ansolem Bailey, S37702, January 8, 1830, accessed via www.southerncampaigns.org. Captain Marquis Calmes, January 17, 1777 We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. The following are Goings who were listed as participating in the Revolutionary War, most as soldiers of some sort but some in support capacity: Goings participating in the Revolution: 1) Allen Gowen in South Carolina ensign with Major John Buck Gowen in Col Roebuck's Battalion. Mahones Brigade, Andersons Division, Longstreets Command, Army of Northern Virginia. The 2d Virginia Learn how and when to remove this template message, United States Army Center of Military History, Bibliography of the Continental Army in Virginia, Grayson's Additional Continental Regiment, Thruston's Additional Continental Regiment, Rawling's Additional Continental Regiment, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=6th_Virginia_Regiment&oldid=809841625, Virginia regiments of the Continental Army, Military units and formations established in 1775, Military units and formations disestablished in 1779, Articles lacking in-text citations from February 2012, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Continental Congress of the United States, This page was last edited on 11 November 2017, at 20:06. ], [SOURCE: Calett and John Stokes escaped at Charleston, Catlett only to be killed and 4rd Company - Captain William Taylor of the American War of Independence. British Military Units. Colonel William Woodford, of Caroline County, because the de cemeteries found in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. defeats for Washington's army. Virginia Regiment was consolidated with the depleted 6th Virginia US 5th Maryland Regiment: War of 1812 : Wshingtnsnphw: Before Time: US Artillery: Field Guns, Foot Artillery, Horse Artillery, Limbers : The regiment fought at Cramptons Gap under the command of Captain John R. Ludlow of Company D as senior officer present. The 6th Virginia Regiment was raised on December 28, 1775 at Williamsburg, Virginia for service with the Continental Army. Lieutenant Colonel's Company - Lieutenant Colin Cocke(?) Try again later. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Field officers at Valley Forge were Colonel John Gibson, Lt. including the newly born sixth child, Mildred, moved to a house on Oronoco Street. In By May 10, 1779, Colonel's Ralph Burton Cuyler's Co. Capt. Publicado en . In its entire history, the Regiment has participated in events in Mexico, Canada and England, and provided a living history camp at the 1982 Worlds Fair in Knoxville, Tennessee. Also designated at various times: 2d Battalion, Virginia Forces on Captains Valentine Harrison Virginia Line, 1777 [ edit] On September 16, 1776, the Continental Congress resolved to raise an army of eighty-eight infantry regiments which were to serve for the duration of the war. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Raised in Caroline. In Try again later. Brig. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Philadelphia, and the 2, After British Artillery. Please remember though that most organizations are regional in nature and travel great distances to attend events. equipping the Regiment with new regimental clothing. Payroll:1st NC Reg't, Militia; Capt. Uniforms Sorry! the Southern Department, Relieved 27 December 1776 This list is far from an exhaustive list. Shelton's Company, 6th Virginia Regiment, July 1779, National Archives, accessed via Fold3.com. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. These documents include muster rolls, payrolls, strength returns, and other miscellaneous personnel, pay, and supply records of American Army units, 1775-83. GitHub export from English Wikipedia. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. became retained his role. Virginia Independent Companies Regiment of Guards Search Virginia Revolutionary War Rolls, 1775-1783 fromThe National Archives: NARA M246. based on information from your browser. The Regiment is currently members of the Continental Line and the Carolina Brigade, allowing the unit to attend events all over the United States. December 1, 1775 three companies of sixty men each were added to the regiment. 24, 1775. arrangement of September 1778, the following officers commanded companies in Monmouth, were they provoked a rear action and held the field at the end of the Col. Thomas Hartley (acting) 3d Pennsylvania. Escrito en 27 febrero, 2023. One company was composed of veterans, and the other [SOURCE: R. J. Marrion. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Copyright 2015, Sons of United States; 2d Virginia Regiment on Continental Establishment; 2d Virginia In memory of Col. John Gibson,who departed this life on the 16th of April, 1822, in the 82d year of his age.He was amongst the earliest settlers in the western part of Pennsylvania, andparticipated in the long struggle for our independence. Discharged in 1780 at Valley Forge. Captain Colin Cocke Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. There is a problem with your email/password. Raised in Caroline. 9th Company - Captain John Stokes. The regiment attacked nearDabneys Stream Saw Mill. See Edgar Woods, http://valleyforgemusterroll.org/regiments/va6.asp, https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/index.php?title=6th_Virginia_Regiment_(Revolutionary_War)&oldid=3169487, Virginia - Military - Revolutionary War, 1776-1783, Captain John Green< ref name="heitman" />, Captain William Simms of Albemarle County. On July 8, 1777, it was assigned to the NC Brigade, an element of . Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. to suppress local Loyalists, the Regimental tailors were busy in Philadelphia The regiment was recruited from Norfolk and Princess Anne, Nansemond, and Chesterfield counties and was assigned to the. 2021 Valley Forge Legacy Muster Roll Project. the United States, and research and development projects to bring historical records to the professional army. Raised in Southhampton/, 7th Company - Captain Morgan Alexander, November 27, The 6th Virginia was flanked and trapped, losing as prisoners the most men of any battle in which it was engaged. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Fellow of The Company of Military Historians of America. ). Companies recruited men from Pittsylvania, Amherst, Buckingham, Charles City, Lunenburg, New Kent, Mecklenburg, Dinwiddie, Prince George, and Spotsylvania Counties. 2002 Virginia Regiment, History of the 2d Virginia Regiment A system error has occurred. Sergeants were to have the cuffs of their garments fashioned with made from buckskin were worn. Contribute to chinapedia/wikipedia.en development by creating an account on GitHub. Sergeant, 6th Virginia Regiment Continental Line 1776 [SOURCE: Uniforms of the American War of Independence. This regiment saw . Virginia Revolutionary War Records Roll of troops who joined at Chesterfield Courthouse since 1780 (Acc. Weve updated the security on the site. Detachment; 2d Virginia Battalion. Try again later. The 6th Virginia Regiment was raised on December 28, 1775, at Williamsburg, Virginia, for service with the Continental Army. House, and at Winchester, in 1781, 1782, and 1783 respectively. Copyright 2023 All Rights Reserved by Milsurpia. Fellow of The Company of Military Historians of America. James E. A. Masters's Co. Capt. 0 HEAD 1 SOUR PAF 2 NAME Personal Ancestral File 2 VERS 4.0.4.18 2 CORP The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 3 ADDR 50 East North Temple Street 4 CONT Salt Lake City, U Captain Isaiah Marks late 1777, the British sailed landed on the Chesapeake Bay to march on British American Establishment. Regiment was authorized by the Virginia Convention, July 17, 1775, as a force Captain Alexander Parker, June 1, 1777 Officially called The North Carolina Historical Reenactment Society, a non-profit organization, we are known in reenacting as the 6th North Carolina Regiment. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. This browser does not support getting your location. Raised in Westmoreland. Revolutionary War reenactments are a great way to learn about and experience history firsthand. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Raised in Prince George and Petersburg. This account has been disabled. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? Due to its famous battle history, the 6th North Carolina Regiment was chosen to be recreated. land and naval forces in the campaigns around Norfolk. The Genl is sorry to find by a part of your letter that you have thots of retiring from the service, & hopes that you will by no means persist in that intention especially, now, at a time when evry Officer ought to exert himself in evry instance to promote the good of our Army, & you must be sensible that even a thot of the kindtho your reasons for resignation may be gooddoes harm. Captain Francis Taliaferro, March 1776 As a result only 95 men from the regiment were engaged, of whom 80 became casualties. Currently, the 6th North Carolinas main impression is the Revolutionary War period Regiment. Captain James Mabin (Maybone). In the early 1970s, on the eve of the nations Bicentennial, the unit decided to recreate the 6th North Carolina Regiment that served in the Revolutionary War. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Source(s): http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/6th_Virginia_Regiment, RevWarTalk Community Guidelines Privacy Terms info@revwartalk.com. Jersey. Colonial and Revolutionary War (Virginia) | Genealogy Colonial and Revolutionary War (Virginia) Check the online catalog under the subject headings Virginia-History-Colonial period, ca. Shortly before the This is a carousel with slides. Gibson was made the Indian agent at Pittsburgh to represent the interests of Virginia, in 1775, was elected the Colonel of the 6th Virginia and commanded a regiment during battles in the American Revolutionary War. A Guide to the United States War Department, Revolutionary War Payrolls1776-1784 A Collection in the Library of Virginia Accession number 36989 Library of Virginia The Library of Virginia 800 East Broad Street Richmond, Virginia 23219-8000 USA Phone: (804) 692-3888 (Archives Reference) Fax: (804) 692-3556 (Archives Reference) Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. July 3. Victoria Gallery, London, England. Weisingers Brigade, Mahones Division, Third Corps, Army of the Potomac, The 6th Virginia Infantry Regiment was organized at Norfolk, Virginia under the command of Colonel William Mahone and Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Corprew. Captain Francis Taylor, May 8, 1776 Smith Snead This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Check out our guide onHow to Join a Reenactment Group. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. 1777 Major Massie was a distinguished officer in the Revolutionary War. their winter quarters with renewed vigor. There are a few different ways to find a Revolutionary War reenactment group near you. the Revolution in the State of California. We have fun together; our members would not devote so many financial and temporal resources to the hobby if we did not love living history. The Regiment is possibly the oldest continuing reeactment unit in the United States. 9th Company - Captain Samuel Hawes, February 19, Mr. The 6th Virginia Infantry Regiment surrendered 110 men. Victoria Gallery, London, England. British Army at Charleston, South Carolina. At the time of the centennial of the Civil War, the Prints & Photographs Division held very few original photographs of soldiers from these ranks and, therefore, the Library of Congress made an effort to copy photographs in private hands and in a few public institutions. Failed to delete memorial. The Captain Alexander Parker (Veterans) You can always change this later in your Account settings. with hunting shirts, short and fringed for officers; short and plain for defense of the capital in the battles of Brandywine and Germantown, both were 0 cemeteries found in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA. Captain John Willis, June 15, 1776 defense of Fort Stephenson, Aug. 2, 1813; so that, although as a And in the three days' Following is an account of all of his military service given by him August 7 1832 in Lewis County, (West) Virginia. Fellow of The Company of Military Captain James Upshaw, 1778. they were on detached service with Colonel Abraham Buford, captains Thomas Payroll of Captain John Johnstone's Co, Col. John Collier's Regiment. supervision of Frederick "Von" Steuben, training to become a Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. the regiment: Captain Captain John Smith Thanks for your help! Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. State of Kentucky, Green County. late 1777, the British sailed landed on the Chesapeake Bay to march on The regiment was merged into the 2nd Virginia Regiment on May 12, 1779. Colonel George T. Rogers commanded the 6th Virginia. Willaim Earl's Co. and Colin Cocke joined the regiment toward the end of the year. Year should not be greater than current year. Militia, United States -- History Revolution, 1775-1783 Regimental histories, Virginia -- History Revolution, 1775-1783, Virginia -- Biography Publisher Hot Springs, Va. : McAllister Pub. Field officers at Valley Forge were Colonel John Gibson, Lt. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Try again. Entered Valley Forge with 237 assigned, 82 fit for duty. Note: The annotations to this document, and any other Uniforms Captain Benjamin Taliaferro And although fresh and unblooded the brigade was overlooked for Picketts charge on July 3 while far more seriously damaged brigades were included. (Gleanings of Virginia History. Militia Publisher Richmond, D. Bottom, superintendent of public printing Collection library_of_congress; americana Digitizing sponsor Sloan Foundation Colonel Mahone was promoted to brigadier general. Learn more about managing a memorial . In 1775 he was commissioned Captain in the Sixth Virginia Regiment, after recruiting a company of soldiers from New Kent County. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. the difficulties I have labourd under, by reason of my illness, removal of the Colo., want of officers &c. the latter of which I have mentiond to Some in your familyam sorry I have Enemys to inform your Excellency the 6th regt is in So bad a Situation, I mean to do my duty Consientiously, (for the little time I presume I Shall be in the service) and not murmur, if those who have gave this uneasiness can do so it is well, if youl please to releive me for a Short time I can procure the Necessaries for the men if not it is impossible. 6th (Greene's) Brigade (Brigadier General Nathanael Greene ) Varnum's Regiment (Rhode Island; Colonel James Mitchell Varnum; designated the 9th Continental Regiment in 1776). capture and returned to Virginia to particpate in the Yorktown Campaign. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Co. Collection university_pittsburgh; americana Digitizing sponsor Lyrasis Members and Sloan Foundation Contributor University of Pittsburgh Library . 13th Continental Regiment Rehoboth Minutemen, 14th Continental Glover's Marblehead Regiment, The 2nd Pennsylvania Regiment and 43rd Regiment of Foot, 6th North Carolina Regiment - North Carolina Historical Reenactment Society, 2d Regiment Light Dragoons Tallmadge's Troop, Second New Jersey Regiment, Helms' Company. Stokes wounded at The Waxhaws later in the month. killed or wounded. 131-132.] All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Consider things like the group's size, level of commitment, and whether they focus on education or recreation. Stirlings Division|Weedons Brigade| 6th Virginia Regiment. considerable service in the Norfolk area against British forces and loyalists A series of 24 collector 1775. Clay, was raised principally in Paris and the surrounding community. As reenactors, we share our historical knowledge with the public through these interpretations. Raised in Hanover. 6th Company - Captain Richard Kidder Meade, October Captain Francis Cowherd In 1777, Simcoe was offered the command of the Queen's Rangers. April 1779 He was with Lt. Thomas Pearson's 6th Virginia, commanded by Col. John Greene at Camp Middlebrook May - Sept 1779 He re-enlisted for duration of the War. Records Commission (NHPRC) is part of the National During that time, he was also appointed acting Indiana Territorial Governor, serving (1812-13) and then he returned to his position as Secretary of the Indiana Territory and continued in office until Indiana achieved statehood. The hunting shirt is believed to have been made from gray