Overview
The 11th New York Artillery (Heavy) was a Union regiment authorized for service during the American Civil War. The regiment was organized in New York State, with recruiting headquarters established at Rochester. Intended as a heavy artillery unit, its formation began in early 1863, but the regiment was never fully completed. The 11th New York Artillery (Heavy) served on the Union side and was associated with the Eastern Theater. Its brief existence is notable for the incomplete organization and subsequent transfer of its companies and recruits to other New York artillery regiments.
Organization & Service
Authority to recruit the 11th New York Artillery (Heavy) was granted to Major William B. Barnes on February 7, 1863. Recruitment efforts were centered in Rochester, New York. By July 25, 1863, only four companies had been organized. On that date, the authority to complete the regiment was revoked. The four organized companies were transferred to the 4th New York Artillery. Additionally, recruits who had not yet been assigned to companies were transferred to the 13th New York Artillery. The 11th New York Artillery (Heavy) did not serve as a complete regiment in the field and was not engaged in independent operations.
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Engagements & Campaigns
The 11th New York Artillery (Heavy) did not participate in any campaigns or battles as a regiment. Its companies and recruits were reassigned before the unit saw field service.
Casualties
No casualty figures are reported for the 11th New York Artillery (Heavy), as the regiment was not fully organized and did not serve in the field as a distinct unit.
Field Officers & Commanders
- Major William B. Barnes (organizing officer)
Regimental Roster
The roster for the 11th New York Artillery (Heavy) includes the names of officers and enlisted men who were organized into the regiment prior to its transfer. For a detailed listing of personnel, please visit the regiment’s roster page.
View the 11th New York Artillery (Heavy) Regimental Roster
Sources & References
- New York State Adjutant General’s Report, Annual Report of the Adjutant-General of the State of New York for the Year 1894, Vol. 3, pp. 1–2.
- Dyer, Frederick H. A Compendium of the War of the Rebellion, Vol. 3, p. 1402.
- Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series III, Vol. 3, relevant correspondence on organization and transfers.