1st Massachusetts Sharpshooters (Andrews)

The 1st Company, Massachusetts Sharpshooters were also known as Andrew Sharpshooters. The company was raised in Essex County in August 1861. It was commanded by Capt. William Plumer (1823-1896). Plumer, a Harvard graduate and lawyer in Lexington, rode to Gettysburg in an ambulance due to a wound sustained in June 1863.

The 1st Massachusetts Sharpshooters were attached to the 2nd Division, but to no particular brigade. They were engaged in various positions. The monument is located north of the Angle along Hancock Avenue.

(There was also a 2nd Company of Massachusetts Sharpshooters. Their monument is located on the Loop near the Wheatfield. It can be seen as part of the 22nd Infantry.)

1st Massachusetts Sharpshooters (Andrews)

2nd Corps, 2nd Division

Engaged: 50; 2 killed, 6 missing

Monument: Hancock Avenue

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