HISTORY OF THE 23rd INFANTRY REGIMENT

Overview

The 23rd U.S. Infantry Regiment was a regular infantry regiment originally formed on June 26th 1812. The 23rd saw action in 14 battles during the War of 1812. In 1815 it was combined into what is presently the 2nd U.S. Infantry Regiment.

Known Officers

Colonel Daniel Brown
Major Daniel McFarland
Colonel Mercer Brooke
Captain Azariah W. Odell
Major James R. Mullany
Captain Isaac Roach
Major William J. Worth
Captain John P. Livingston
Lieutenant Joshua B. Brant
Lieutenant John P. Dieterich
Major McNeil Colonel Miller
Major Maxwell
Captain Carne
Major Armstrong