A concise, soldier-centered history of the 56th Regiment in the Civil War. This compact history presents the service of the 56th New York Veteran Volunteer Infantry, from its formation to the end of the Civil War and the Reconstruction period. It draws on official records and contemporaneous memoranda to recount campaigns, daily life in the field, and the regiment’s role in major actions. The book covers organization, key campaigns, battlefield experiences, and the regiment’s departures and muster-out, including the long arc of its postwar duties. It also includes a roster and notes on the people who served, offering context for readers interested in military history and local heritage.
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