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Welcome to the Homepage of The 79th New York Infantry, Co. A, East Tennessee |
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Written by Jeremy Ray and Searle Patton
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Tuesday, 08 May 2007 |
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 The 79th New York Cameron Highlanders consisted primarily of emigrant Scots, Irish, and persons of Celtic heritage, and was originally organized in the mid 19th Century. The pre-war militia unit modeled itself after the British Army's 79th Cameron Highlanders, adopting that unit's numerical designation of 79. In addition, the New Yorkers adopted the Cameron of Erracht tartan, the same pattern used by the British regiment.
The 79th New York was one of the first volunteer units to rush to the colors after the fall of Fort Sumter, and, 795 men strong, was mustered into Federal service in May of 1861.
Over the course of the war, the Highlanders would lose 502 men, killed, wounded or missing. They would also earn the respect of their fellow soldiers, and a reputation as one of the hardest fighting regiments in the army.
In keeping with its Scottish identity, the 79th dress uniform consisted of Cameron of Erracht kilts or trousers ( knowns as trews ), glengarry caps and the Highland cut tunic (doublet).
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 05 November 2008 )
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Written by Searle Patton
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The 79th New York of today is a respected member of the reenacting community. Our members come from all walks of life but we all share a common love of history.
Our regiment has attended several national level reenactments, such as Bull Run, Antietam, Chickamauga, and Mill Springs. In addition, we regularly attend many reenactments and other events throughout the Southeast, including Fort Sanders in Tennessee and Port Hudson, Louisiana.
We belong to the the 79th New York National Battalion, an organization comprising 79th New York units from California to Connecticut.
The 79th has close and working relationships with many units and organizations across the country and in other parts of the world as well.
Whether on the drill field, or in battle, we are professionals. Off the field and around the campfire, we have a strong sense of camaraderie. We are friends and comrades at events and in everyday life.
So, again, welcome to our website. Learn the history of the original unit in our history section and visit the photo galleries to see us in action. If you are interested in joining or need more information, please send us an e-mail and we will be glad to assist.
The Union Forever, and Scotland a Little Longer!
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 05 November 2008 )
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