76th New York Infantry
Posted to the Project on 14 Jun 08
The 76th New York Infantry was known as the Cortland County Regiment; it was raised from the counties of Albany, Cortland, and Ostego in October 1861. It’s commander was Maj. Andrew J. Grover (1830-1863). Grover was an ordained Methodist minister at a church in Cortlandville. He was killed on July 1. Maj. John E. Cook (1829-1899), a carpenter in Middleburg, took command from Grover.
The rather simple regimental monument is located on the brigade’s battle line held on July 1, 1863.
The most interesting feature is probably the number 76 contained in the capstone. The Cortland County regiment suffered severe casualties fighting in this area on July 1.
76th New York Infantry
1st Corps, 1st Division, 2nd Brigade
Maj. Andrew J. Grover (1830-1863)
Engaged: 375; 32 killed, 132 wounded, 70 missing
Monument: Reynolds Avenue