3rd New Jersey Cavalry Regiment
The 3rd New Jersey Cavalry Regiment was a cavalry regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. The "Butterflies", as they were known, were famous for being one of only two Union regiments designated as hussars, and the only one to serve with the Army of the Potomac.
| 3rd New Jersey Cavalry Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | December 2, 1863 – August 1, 1865 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Cavalry |
| Engagements | Battle of the Wilderness Battle of Spotsylvania Court House Battle of Totopotomoy Creek Battle of Cold Harbor Battle of Haw's Shop Battle of the Crater (2 companies) Action at Abraham's Creek Third Battle of Winchester Battle of Cedar Creek Appomattox Campaign Battle of Five Forks Third Battle of Petersburg Battle of Sailor's Creek Battle of Appomattox Court House |
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