Cook's Regiment of Militia
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| Cook's Regiment of Militia | |
|---|---|
| Active | 26 August 1777 |
| Disbanded | 9 November 1777 |
| Country | American Colonies |
| Allegiance | State of Connecticut |
| Branch | Infantry |
| Type | Militia |
| Part of | Continental Army |
| Engagements | Saratoga Campaign |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Thaddeus Cook |
Cook's Regiment of Militia was called up at Wallingford, Connecticut on August 26, 1777, as reinforcements for the Continental Army during the Saratoga Campaign. The regiment marched quickly to join the gathering forces of Gen. Horatio Gates as he faced British General John Burgoyne in northern New York. The regiment served in General Poor's brigade. With the surrender of Burgoyne's Army on October 17 the regiment was disbanded on November 9, 1777.
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