Van Woert's Regiment of Militia

The Van Woert's Regiment of Militia, also known as the 16th Albany County Militia Regiment,[1] was called up in July, 1777 at Hoosick, New York, United States, to reinforce General Horatio Gates's Continental Army during the Saratoga Campaign. The regiment served in Brigadier General Abraham Ten Broeck's Brigade. With the defeat of General John Burgoyne's British Army on October 17, 1777, the regiment stood down.

Van Woert's Regiment of Militia
Active1777
AllegianceState of New York
Typemilitia
Part ofNew York Militia
EngagementsSaratoga
Commanders
Notable
commanders
Lewis Van Woert

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References

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  1. ^ New York In The Revolution (Roberts), pg 130 link