Carteret County Regiment
The Carteret County Regiment was authorized by the North Carolina Provincial Congress on September 9, 1775. It was subordinate to the New Bern District Brigade after May 4, 1776. The regiment was engaged in battles or skirmishes against the British during the American Revolution, including the Battle of Stono Ferry and the Battle of Beaufort. The regiment also existed during the colonial period in the Province of North Carolina.Leadership
The Carteret County Regiment was commanded by the following colonels:
Known Lieutenant Colonels:
- Lt. Col. Solomon Shepherd
- Lt. Col. John Easton
- Lt. Col. James Cole Mountflorence
Known Majors:
- 1st Maj. Thomas Chadwick
- 2nd Maj. Malachi Bell
- Maj. Isaiah Chadwick
- Maj. William Dennis
- Maj. Eli West
- Maj. Bryce Williams
