Complete record of the Fourth Regiment’s long service in America's early frontier and war years.This historical work chronicles the organization, movements, and officers of the Fourth Regiment of Infantry from its beginnings in 1796 through 1870. It traces reorganizations, campaigns, and the changing role of the regiment across Virginia frontiers, the War of 1812, the Mexican War, and the Civil War era, presenting a grounded portrait of its people and duties.
Readers will gain a clear sense of how this regiment evolved, where it served, and how its leadership and missions shifted with the nation’s needs. The book compiles rosters, battles, and postings to illuminate a continuous thread through nearly a century of American military history.
- Detailed roster data, including officers and their service records, tied to the era’s campaigns.
- Chronological moves and reorganizations that shaped the regiment’s identity.
- Key battles and operations that defined its reputation and experience.
- Context for how infantry units built roads, posts, and defenses in a expanding United States.
Ideal for readers of military history and regimental studies, as well as Civil War and early American frontier enthusiasts.