49th New York Volunteer Infantry
Welcome to the webpage for the recreated 49th New York Volunteer Infantry 1861 - 1865
Historical Re-enacting
Our Recreated Companies
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New York State
Our Mission or Remembrance through Living History
Why is it important?
It is important to keep this alive as an American but it is equally important as a Canadian. During the Civil War 2.1 Million Men served in the Union Army and 620,000 died, the 49th NYVI lost a total of 320 men during service; 15 Officers and 126 Enlisted Men, Killed or Mortally Wounded a further 5 Officers and 174 Enlisted Men died of Disease.
Between 33,000 and 55,000 Men from British North America joined with their American brethren and fought in the Civil War most for the Union.
Canada West
Living History
Participate in Your History
Living History can be a fun and rewarding hobby, your level of dedication determines the authenticity of the impression that you will portray. Help keep the memories of these people alive by teaching their history to others. Help us keep the History of the Civil War Alive for those who served and all those who were affected.
