24th New York Infantry Regiment
| 24th New York Infantry Regiment | |
|---|---|
Flag of New York | |
| Active | May 17, 1861 – May 29, 1863 |
| Disbanded | May 29, 1863 |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Infantry |
| Type | Volunteer Infantry |
| Size | Regiment |
| Garrison/HQ | Elmira, New York |
| Engagements | Second Battle of Bull Run Battle of South Mountain Battle of Antietam Battle of Fredericksburg Battle of Chancellorsville |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Colonel Timothy Sullivan Colonel Samuel R. Beardsley |
The 24th New York Infantry Regiment, also known as the Oswego County Regiment, was an infantry regiment in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Organized in Elmira, New York, the regiment was mustered into service on May 17, 1861, for a two-year enlistment and was mustered out on May 29, 1863. It was part of the famed Eastern Iron Brigade within the Army of the Potomac.