Description: Harper's Weekly Original and Complete Cover: Mr. Chenery's Stables at Belmont, Massachusetts, Where the Cattle Disease-Pleuro-Pneumonia-First Appeared Centerfold: Review of the 7th Reg. N.Y. State Militia by Gen. Hall at Camp Scott, Staten Island great print of the famous militia regiment that was one of the first to mobilize during the Civil War Full Page: The famous Trotting Horses Half Page: The Putnam Phalanx Condition: very good, normal aging (see pictures) Will combine shipping with the purchase of multiple items The 7th Regiment of the New York State Militia, also known as the 7th New York Militia or the 7th Regiment, was a prominent militia regiment in New York City with a long history of service. Here are some key points about the regiment: Formation and Early History: The 7th Regiment was formed in the early 19th century and became well-known for its role in maintaining public order in New York City. It was composed largely of members from the city's upper social classes. Civil War Service:Initial Mobilization: At the outbreak of the Civil War in April 1861, the 7th Regiment was one of the first to respond to President Lincoln's call for troops. The regiment quickly mobilized and marched to Washington, D.C., to protect the capital, arriving on April 25, 1861. This early deployment helped boost Northern morale.Short-Term Service: The 7th Regiment served a brief initial term of 30 days, primarily performing guard duty and fortification work around Washington, D.C.Subsequent Service: Throughout the war, the 7th Regiment was called into service several times, including during the Peninsula Campaign in 1862 and the Gettysburg Campaign in 1863. However, its members primarily served in short-term enlistments and were often called upon for emergency service rather than extended combat duty. Post-Civil War: After the Civil War, the 7th Regiment continued to serve as a militia unit and later as part of the New York National Guard. It maintained its reputation for discipline and military proficiency. Legacy: The 7th Regiment is remembered for its rapid mobilization at the start of the Civil War and its role in defending Washington, D.C. Its members, who were often from prominent New York families, contributed to its reputation as a distinguished and elite unit. Armory and Memorials: The regiment's armory, located on Park Avenue in New York City, is a notable landmark. Various memorials and records commemorate the service of the 7th Regiment and its members throughout its long history.4o
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New York Militia: 7th Regiment
