16th New York Infantry Regiment
| 16th New York Infantry Regiment | |
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| Active | May 15, 1861, to May 22, 1863 |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Union Army |
| Type | Infantry |
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The 16th New York Infantry Regiment (or 1st Northern New York Regiment) was an volunteer infantry regiment in the Union Army during the American Civil War. This regiment fought in critical battles like the First Battle of Bull Run, Gaines Mill, and Chancellorsville. While this regiment was only active for two years, from 1861 to 1863, it became known for its notable headwear, which included straw hats, making it more easily identified.