The Men of the 16th Massachusetts: A Civil War Roster and History

The 16th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry experienced heavy casualties during the Army of the Potomac operations, with 112 killed, 360 wounded, and 52 dying from their wounds. Disease claimed 115 lives, and 65 were taken as prisoners of war, with 32 dying in Confederate prisons. This biographical sketch provides genealogical details of the regiment's men.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 277 pages
Publication date: 05 May 2023
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

The 16th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, a notable regiment in the history of Massachusetts, stands out for its lack of documented history. During the years 1861 to 1864, the unit played a significant role in the operations of the Army of the Potomac. Despite facing challenges such as a lack of skilled leadership and unfavorable living conditions, the 16th endured immense casualties. Over a span of four years, more than 1300 men served in the regiment, and tragically, 112 lost their lives in battle, 360 sustained injuries, and 52 succumbed to their wounds. Additionally, disease took a toll, claiming the lives of 115 individuals, and 65 were taken as prisoners of war, with 32 of them perishing in Confederate prisons. Furthermore, 344 soldiers returned home afflicted with wounds or disease, resulting in disability discharges. This comprehensive biographical sketch, the first of its kind, chronicles the story of the 16th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry and provides detailed genealogical information about the majority of its men.

The 16th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, a notable regiment in the history of Massachusetts, stands out for its lack of documented history. During the years 1861 to 1864, the unit played a significant role in the operations of the Army of the Potomac. Despite facing challenges such as a lack of skilled leadership and unfavorable living conditions, the 16th endured immense casualties. Over a span of four years, more than 1300 men served in the regiment, and tragically, 112 lost their lives in battle, 360 sustained injuries, and 52 succumbed to their wounds. Additionally, disease took a toll, claiming the lives of 115 individuals, and 65 were taken as prisoners of war, with 32 of them perishing in Confederate prisons. Furthermore, 344 soldiers returned home afflicted with wounds or disease, resulting in disability discharges. This comprehensive biographical sketch, the first of its kind, chronicles the story of the 16th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry and provides detailed genealogical information about the majority of its men.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476689937