The 54th (Colored) Regiment was raised by the governor of Massachusetts John Andrews in March 1863 immediately after the Emancipation Proclamation.
54th Regiment of Massachusetts
After the battle at Fort Wagner, the 54th Regiment earned the respect they deserved.
The 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment was significant because it was an African-American regiment. The regiment saw substantial service during the American Civil War.
How many of the 600 men in the 54th Regiment fell in battle?
Colonel Robert G. Shaw was the commander of the Maine's 54th (colored) Infantry Regiment.
Yes, the first all African-American 54th regiment was established in January, 1863, while the Battle of Fredericksburg was fought in December, 1862. The 54th was lead by Colonel Robert Shaw, who died in battle with his men. The movie 'Glory' is based on the 54th regiment.
He was in command of the all black 54th Regiment. It was the 54th Massachusetts Infanty made up of African American soldiers.
Charlestown
The 54th Massachusetts was the first african american regiment brought into Federal service.
The name wasn't made especially for them, they were one of many regiments that came from Massachusetts. there was a 53, 52, 51, 50 etc. regiment.
Black
Glory was a great movie based on the 54th regiment.