Colonel MacChesnay (A+)
they cheered and some of them threw their hats into the air
In "The Red Badge of Courage," Henry's regiment were called mule drivers. A commanding officer also used the name mud diggers when referring to the regiment.
A regiment is commanded by a colonel. A regiment could be divided into two battalions, or from eight to ten companies.
In "The Red Badge of Courage," Henry's regiment were called mule drivers. A commanding officer also used the name mud diggers when referring to the regiment.
An officer in charge of a regiment typically holds the rank of Colonel in most military organizations. In some armies, particularly in the Commonwealth, this position may also be held by a Lieutenant Colonel, depending on the size and structure of the regiment. The Colonel is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and operational readiness of the regiment.
usually a regiment
Former President Theodore Roosevelt was the Lieutenant-Colonel of the Rough Riders. This is the popular name of the First United States Volunteer Cavalry.
Generally, an Army unit commanded by a colonel is called a brigade, regiment, or group. See related links for information about different military organizations and units.
Colonel Robert G. Shaw was the commander of the Maine's 54th (colored) Infantry Regiment.
probably a regiment or brigade
He would command a regiment of artillery
The 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment was an all-black unit, commanded by white Colonel Robert Shaw