8th North Carolina Regiment
The 8th North Carolina Regiment was authorized on November 26, 1776, and assigned to the Southern Department of the Continental Army. The 8th North Carolina Regiment played a crucial role in the Defense of Philadelphia during the Philadelphia campaign. The unit saw action at the Battle of Brandywine, Battle of Germantown and the Battle of Monmouth during the Defense of Philadelphia of the American Revolution. A part of the continental army, the Regiment was commanded by Colonel James Armstrong. The regiment was disbanded on 1 June 1778 at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.
| 8th North Carolina Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | November 26, 1776-June 1, 1778 |
| Allegiance | Continental Congress |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | 8 companies |
| Part of | North Carolina Line |
| Engagements | Battle of Brandywine (1777) Battle of Germantown (1777) Battle of Monmouth (June 28, 1778) Philadelphia campaign (1778) |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Colonel James Armstrong |
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