8th Ohio Infantry
Carroll's Brig. 3d Div. 2d Corps, July 2, 3, 1863.
(Front Inscription):8th Ohio Infantry,
Carroll's Brig. 3d Div.
2d Corps.
July 2,3, 1863.
(Left Side Inscription):
The 8th Ohio Infantry under Lt. Col. Franklin Sawyer took this position at 4 p.m. July 2 after a brisk skirmish and held it July 2 and 3. During Longstreet's assault July 3 the regiment advanced and by left wheel attacked the enemy in flank, capturing three flags and numerous prisoners.
(Right Side Inscription):
8th Ohio Infantry
July 2, 3, 1863.
Engaged 209.
Killed 18.
Wounded 83.
Missing 1.
Total Loss 102.
(Back Inscription):
The 8th Ohio Infantry was organized for 3 months April 29 and for 3 years June 24, 1861. Took part in the Battles of Romney, Winchester 1862, South Mountain, Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, Wilderness, Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor, Petersburg, and many other important engagements. Was mustered out July 13 1864.
Marker is at the intersection of Steinwehr Avenue (Business U.S. 15) and Long Lane, on the left when traveling north on Steinwehr Avenue.
Courtesy hmdb.org
