145th New York Infantry

The 145th New York was nicknamed the Stanton Legion. It was recruited from New York City and was mustered in on September 11, 1862 at Staten Island.

The 245 men of this XII Corps regiment were commanded by Col. Edward L. Price (1844-1922), one of the youngest regimental commanders on the field.

The simple monument to the 145th is located along Slocum Avenue on lower Culp’s Hill. It marks the unit position on July 2 and 3.

145th New York Infantry

12th Corps, 1st Division, 1st Brigade

Engaged: 245; 1 killed, 9 wounded

Monument: South Slocum Avenue

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