5th Regiment, Rhode Island Heavy Artillery

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Brief History
The 5th Regiment, Rhode Island Heavy Artillery was organized at New Berne, North Carolina, from 5th Rhode Island Infantry, May 27, 1863. The designation of the regiment was changed to 5th Rhode Island Heavy Artillery July, 1863. Mustered out June 26, 1865. For more information see, "www.civilwararchive.com/Unreghst/unriarty.htm".

Companies in this Regiment with the Counties of Origin
Men often enlisted in a company recruited in the counties where they lived though not always. After many battles, companies might be combined because so many men were killed or wounded. However if you are unsure which company your ancestor was in, try the company recruited in his county first.

Other Sources
Books 


 * History of the Fifth Regiment of Rhode Island Heavy Artillery, during three years and a half of service in North Carolina, January 1862- June 1865 (1892); Burlingame, John K., comp. This book can be view online at www. archive.organd books.google.com or purchased on ebay.com.

Internet sites


 * civilwarintheeast.com - a reference guide to America's Civil War


 * findagrave- Monument to Robert S. Brownell, Jr. and Kady McKenzie


 * henrytsisson.com- Henry Sisson appointed Colonel in command of 5th Regiment Rhode Island Heavy Artillery, Nov. 5, 1862.