This regiment was composed of mostly Irish recruits. It was commanded by Col. william Monteith of NY. (1) This regiment was significant for having the longest stay in the camp, it was also the most contrversal and my great, great grandfather, Michael Driscoll was a member. More to come on this regiment.
(1) a History of Massachusetts in the Civil War, Schouler, William, E.P. Dutton, Boston, 1868, pg. 193
DAN SULLIVAN
(1) a History of Massachusetts in the Civil War, Schouler, William, E.P. Dutton, Boston, 1868, pg. 193
DAN SULLIVAN
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