8th Virginia Regiment
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title:
8th Virginia Regiment
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The 8th Virginia Regiment or German Regiment was an infantry unit that served in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. Authorized in January 1776, the regiment was raised from men of several northwestern counties in the strength of 10 companies. Its first commander was Colonel Peter Muhlenberg, a clergyman and militia leader. The unit marched to defend Charleston, South Carolina in 1776, but saw no fighting. At the start of 1777, the 8th Virginia moved to join George Washin
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Military unit
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/8th_Virginia_Regiment
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2024-04-22T08:42:02Z
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