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The '''12th Massachusetts Regiment''' also known as '''18th Continental Regiment''' was raised on [[April 23]], [[1775]] under Colonel Phinney outside of [[Boston, Massachusetts]]. The regiment |
The '''12th Massachusetts Regiment''', also known as '''18th Continental Regiment''', was raised on [[April 23]], [[1775]] under Colonel Phinney outside of [[Boston, Massachusetts]]. The regiment saw action at the [[Battle of Bunker Hill]], [[Battle of Valcour Island]], [[Battle of Saratoga]] and the [[Battle of Monmouth]]. The regiment was disbanded on [[January 1]], [[1781]] at [[West Point, New York]]. |
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| 12th Massachusetts Regiment | |
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| Active | 1775-1781 |
| Allegiance | Continental Congress of the United States |
| Type | Infantry |
| Part of | Massachusetts Line |
| Engagements | Battle of Bunker Hill Saratoga and Monmouth |
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| Notable commanders | Colonel Phinney |
The 12th Massachusetts Regiment, also known as 18th Continental Regiment, was raised on April 23, 1775 under Colonel Phinney outside of Boston, Massachusetts. The regiment saw action at the Battle of Bunker Hill, Battle of Valcour Island, Battle of Saratoga and the Battle of Monmouth. The regiment was disbanded on January 1, 1781 at West Point, New York.
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