2nd Massachusetts Heavy Artillery Regiment
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The 2nd Massachusetts Volunteer Heavy Artillery Regiment was a regimental unit that fought in the American Civil War from 1863 to 1865. Initially formed 28 July 1863 in Readville, Massachusetts with Company A, it was supported with 11 other companies ending with Company M on 24 December 1863 (Company J did not exist).
| 2nd Massachusetts Heavy Artillery Regiment, U.S. Volunteers | |
|---|---|
 Massachusetts flag | |
| Active | 1863–1865 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Artillery |
| Type | Regiment |
| Engagements | Rainbow Bluff expedition, Fort Branch, 1864.[1] Southwest Creek/Battle of Wyse Fork, 1865. |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Colonel Jones Frankle Brevet Brigadier General Augustus B. R. Sprague (February 1, 1864-September 20, 1865)[2] (detachment) |
The 2nd served in the states of Virginia and North Carolina during operations in Plymouth, North Carolina, Kinston, and Virginia.[3]