Overview
The 15th New York Independent Battery was an artillery unit organized in New York for service in the Union Army during the American Civil War. As an independent battery of light artillery, it was part of New York’s contribution to the Federal war effort. The battery is also referenced in official records as part of the 2nd Battalion, New York Light Artillery.
This unit served primarily in the Eastern Theater and was engaged in various operations as assigned by the Union Army. Its service is documented in state and federal reports under both its independent designation and as part of the 2nd Battalion Light Artillery.
Organization & Service
The 15th New York Independent Battery was organized in New York State and mustered into service for the Union Army. According to the New York Adjutant General’s reports and Dyer’s Compendium, the battery was associated administratively with the 2nd Battalion, New York Light Artillery. The battery was assigned to various commands during its service, including attachments to artillery brigades and divisions as required by operational needs.
The battery participated in movements and campaigns as directed by higher command, serving in the field with the Army of the Potomac and other formations. Its service included periods of garrison duty, field operations, and support of infantry and cavalry actions. The battery was mustered out at the expiration of its term of service, with its personnel discharged or transferred as directed by the War Department.
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Engagements & Campaigns
The 15th New York Independent Battery participated in various campaigns and operations as assigned. Specific battles and campaigns are referenced in official reports under the 2nd Battalion, New York Light Artillery. Some details are incomplete in surviving primary sources.
Casualties
Official casualty figures for the 15th New York Independent Battery are not separately reported in all sources, as records are sometimes combined with those of the 2nd Battalion, New York Light Artillery. Some details are incomplete in surviving primary sources.
Field Officers & Commanders
- Commanders and field officers are listed in state and federal reports, often under the 2nd Battalion, New York Light Artillery. Specific names for the 15th Independent Battery are not always distinguished in available records.
Regimental Roster
The full roster of the 15th New York Independent Battery, including officers and enlisted men, is available on the regiment’s roster page. This roster is compiled from official state and federal records and provides details for genealogical and historical research.
To view the complete roster, visit the 15th New York Independent Battery Roster page.
Sources & References
- Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies, Series I, various volumes (see references to 2nd Battalion, New York Light Artillery)
- New York State Adjutant General’s Reports, annual volumes (Civil War years)
- Dyer, Frederick H. A Compendium of the War of the Rebellion
- Fox, William F. Regimental Losses in the American Civil War