9th New York Infantry

The 9th New York Infantry, known as the Hawkins Zouaves, fought on this field on Sept. 17, 1862. Of 373 members present for duty in action, 54 were killed, 158 wounded, and 28 missing, for a total loss of 240. Two companies were detailed and engaged elsewhere and did not participate in the advance. The greatest mortality occurred near this position, where the regiment contended with a superior force of infantry and artillery. About 2 P.M., after fording Antietam Creek and meeting desperate resistance, the regiment advanced to this position and held it until ordered elsewhere.

Maryland · United States