5th Vermont Infantry Regiment facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 5th Vermont Infantry Regiment |
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| Active | September 16, 1861 to June 29, 1865 |
| Allegiance |  United StatesUnion |
| Branch | United States Army Union Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | 1,533 |
| Engagements | Defense of Washington Siege of Yorktown Battle of Williamsburg Battle of Garnett's & Golding's Farm Battle of Savage's Station Battle of Antietam Battle of Fredericksburg Battle of Chancellorsville Second Battle of Fredericksburg Battle of Salem Church Battle of Gettysburg Battle of the Wilderness Battle of Spotsylvania Court House Battle of Cold Harbor Siege of Petersburg |
| Disbanded | July 29, 1865 |
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| 2nd Brigade (Vermont Brigade), 2nd Division, VI Corps (Union Army), Army of the Potomac/Army of the Shenandoah (Union) |  |
The 5th Vermont Infantry Regiment was a group of soldiers who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. They were an infantry regiment, meaning they were foot soldiers. This regiment served for three years.
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About the 5th Vermont Infantry
The 5th Vermont Infantry was a key part of the Army of the Potomac. This was a major army for the Union side. The regiment belonged to the Vermont Brigade within the Sixth Army Corps.
Joining the Fight
The regiment officially joined the Federal service on September 16, 1861. This happened in St. Albans, Vermont. Over its time, a total of 1,618 soldiers served in the regiment.
Soldiers Lost in Service
Sadly, many soldiers were lost during their service.
- 201 men were killed in battle or died from their wounds.
- 21 soldiers died while held in Confederate prisons.
- 112 men passed away due to illness.
- A few others died from accidents or other causes.
In total, the regiment lost 339 soldiers. The 5th Vermont Infantry finished its service on June 29, 1865.
Brave Soldiers of the Regiment
Many brave individuals served in the 5th Vermont Infantry. Some of them were recognized for their courage.
- Charles G. Gould: He was a Captain in the regiment. He received the Medal of Honor for his bravery.
- Lewis A. Grant: He served as a Major and also earned the Medal of Honor.
- Lester G. Hack: Another soldier who was awarded the Medal of Honor.
- Jackson Sargent: He too received the Medal of Honor for his actions.
- Robert Pratt: He was a Captain in the regiment. After the war, he became the Mayor of Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Key Battles and Engagements
The 5th Vermont Infantry Regiment took part in many important battles and events during the Civil War. Here are some of the major ones they fought in:
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| Defense of Washington | December 1861 – April 1862 |
| Siege of Yorktown | April 5 – May 4, 1862 |
| Battle of Williamsburg | May 5, 1862 |
| Battle of Garnett's & Golding's Farm | June 26, 1862 |
| Battle of Savage's Station | June 29, 1862 |
| Battle of White Oak Swamp | June 30, 1862 |
| Battle of Crampton's Gap | September 14, 1862 |
| Battle of Antietam | September 17, 1862 |
| Battle of Fredericksburg | December 13, 1862 |
| Battle of Marye's Heights | May 3, 1863 |
| Battle of Salem Church | May 4, 1863 |
| Second Battle of Fredericksburg | June 5, 1863 |
| Battle of Gettysburg | July 3, 1863 |
| Battle of Funkstown | July 10, 1863 |
| Battle of Rappahannock Station | November 7, 1863 |
| Battle of the Wilderness | May 5–10, 1864 |
| Battle of Spotsylvania | May 10–18, 1864 |
| Battle of Cold Harbor | June 1–12, 1864 |
| Second Battle of Petersburg | June 18, 1864 |
| Battle of Reams' Station | June 29, 1864 |
| Fort Stevens (Washington, D.C.) | July 11, 1864 |
| Battle of Charlestown | August 21, 1864 |
| Battle of Opequon (Gilbert's Ford) | September 13, 1864 |
| Battle of Winchester (Opequon) | September 19, 1864 |
| Battle of Fisher's Hill | September 21–22, 1864 |
| Battle of Cedar Creek | October 19, 1864 |
| Siege of Petersburg | March 25, 1865 |
| Third Battle of Petersburg | April 2, 1865 |
