Buffalo Soldiers – 9th Cavalry

On July 28, 1866 the 9th Cavalry Regiment was formed. The regiment was made up of 12 companies formed into 3 Squadrons. Each Squadron had 4 companies. Each company had 4 officers 15 Non-Commissioned Officers and 72 Privates. On AUGUST 3, 1866  a Regiment was made up of Negro (African-American) soldiers. This Regiment was designated […]