15th Virginia Regiment
The 15th Virginia Regiment was authorized on September 16, 1776, as a part of the Virginia Line for service with the Continental Army under the command of David Mason. All or part of the regiment saw action at Brandywine, Germantown, Monmouth, and the Siege of Charleston where all of the Regiment was captured in the last. The regiment was disbanded on January 1, 1781.
| 15th Virginia Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1776-1780 |
| Allegiance | Continental Congress of the United States |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | 728 soldiers |
| Part of | Virginia Line |
| Engagements | Battle of Brandywine, Battle of Germantown, Battle of Monmouth, Siege of Charleston |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Lieutenant Colonel James Innes; Captain William Grimes |
References
- Wright, Jr., Robert K. (1983). The Continental Army. Washington, D.C.: United States Army Center of Military History. pp. 289–290. CMH Publication 60-4-1.
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