How many companies did a typical revolutionary infrantry regiment have in 1776?

Answer 1

By 1776 a typical infantry regiment had

a regimental staff and eight companies. Along

with three field officers and six staff officers,

the regimental staff included four staff NCOs:

a sergeant major, a quartermaster sergeant,

and two lead musicians (a drum major and a fife major).

Answer 2

A typical Revolutionary Infantry Regiment in 1776 had 10 companies. Each company usually consisted of around 100 soldiers, resulting in a regiment strength of approximately 1,000 soldiers.