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The Second Regiment of New Jersey Calvary is a reactivated western
theater Civil War Cavalry unit formed of both mounted and
dismounted
members. We portray federal volunteer cavalry as they fought on
horseback and as dismounted skirmishers. When dismounted, our horses
are picketed, as all good cavalry skirmisher's mounts were, out of
the line of fire and out of the sight of the enemy. Our dismounted
brethren are integrated into unit in every way possible and are
essential to our impression. We understand that not all cavalrymen
can can afford or, for whatever reason, manage a horse. We welcome
cavalry reenactors on two as well as four legs and we do not
compromise or sacrifice authenticity as a result. All of our members
must ride or look as if they have just dismounted and sent their
horses to the rear. We all make our bedrolls like cavalrymen and
pack our possessions for horseback. Both mounted and dismounted
troopers camp together and portray a wholly accurate picture of
Civil War cavalry fighting to the public.
The 2nd NJ Cavalry
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All field commands, in both the mounted and dismounted platoons, are
by bugle call. All maneuvers in the field are made in double ranks
in accordance with Poinsett's Tactics. Our troopers carry Sharps, Smiths,
Spencer, and Burnside carbines, as well as 44 caliber Remington and 36
or 44 caliber Colt or Walker revolvers and 1833 dragoon or 1860 cavalry
sabers. USV firearm and mounted safety protocols are supported. 1861
Army mounted services uniform regulations and horse furniture and tack
requirements are closely observed.
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The 2nd NJ is currently operating with between 10 and 12 horses in the field at each of our events and are
mustering approximately the same number of dismounted skirmishers. With our associate organizations,
the 15th New York and the 18th Pennsylvania, we are a substantial cavalry unit, operating throughout the
Northeast. The company is commanded by Lt. Jim Ley, with the experienced and invaluable
mounted assistance of First Sergeant Joe Manna. Our skirmishers are commanded in the field by First
Lieutenant John Napoliello and Sergeant Jim Guarinello.
Lt. Jim Ley
2d NJ Cavalry, Co. A
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