| Bullard's Regiment of Militia | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1777 |
| Allegiance | State of Massachusetts |
| Type | Infantry |
| Part of | Massachusetts militia |
| Engagements | Saratoga campaign |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Samuel Bullard |
Bullard's Regiment of Militia also known as the5th Middlesex County Militia Regiment was called up atSudbury, Massachusetts on August 16, 1777, as reinforcements for theContinental Army during theSaratoga campaign.[1] The regiment marched quickly to join the gathering forces of Gen.Horatio Gates as he facedBritish GeneralJohn Burgoyne in northernNew York.[2] The regiment served in General Warner's brigade. With the surrender ofBurgoyne's Army on October 17 the regiment was disbanded on October 21, 1777.
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