3rd West Virginia Infantry Regiment
The 3rd West Virginia Infantry Regiment was an infantry regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
| 3rd West Virginia Infantry Regiment | |
|---|---|
 Flag of West Virginia | |
| Active | June, 1861 to January 26, 1864 |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Infantry |
| Engagements | Battle of Cheat Mountain Battle of Cross Keys Battle of Cedar Mountain Battle of Groveton Second Battle of Bull Run |
Service
The 3rd West Virginia Infantry Regiment fought at the Battle of McDowell on May, 1862 and the Battle of Cross Keys, June 8, 1862, under LTC Francis W. Thompson, part of BG Robert Milroy's Brigade made up of 5 Virginia regiments loyal to the Union (units which later were designated West Virginian) and 1 Ohio regiment and 3 Ohio artillery batteries. The regiment was converted to the 6th West Virginia Cavalry Regiment on January 26, 1864.
Richard W. Blue was an officer in it.
References
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