10th New Jersey Infantry Regiment
The 10th New Jersey Infantry Regiment was a regiment was organized under the provisions of an Act of Congress approved July 22, 1861, and by authority issued by the War Department. It was created to recruit from residents of the State of New Jersey, but was not under the control or supervision of the State authorities. It was originally known as "Olden Legion" after New Jersey Governor Charles Olden.
| 10th New Jersey Infantry Regiment | |
|---|---|
Flag of New Jersey | |
| Active | October 1, 1861, to June 22, 1865 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Union Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Equipment | Enfield/Springfield rifles |
| Engagements | Battle of the Wilderness, Battle of Spotsylvania, Battle of Cold Harbor, Battle of Strasburg, Battle of Fisher's Hill, Battle of Opequon, Battle of Cedar Creek and Battle of Petersburg III |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | James W. McNeely |
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