7th New Jersey Infantry Regiment

The 7th New Jersey Infantry Regiment was a unit in the Union Army during the Civil War, active from 1861 to 1865. Comprising volunteers from New Jersey, it fought in key battles such as Antietam and Gettysburg. Known for bravery and discipline, the regiment played a vital role in Union efforts to preserve the United States. Throughout the war, it experienced significant hardships, including combat and losses, but demonstrated resilience. The regiment’s service contributed to the Union victory and the abolition of slavery, and its members are remembered for their dedicated sacrifice in a pivotal period of American history.