2d Rhode Island Infantry 004 (U.S. Civil War) White Coffee Mug

The '2d Rhode Island Infantry 004' refers to a specific regiment within the United States Army during the American Civil War. This regiment, primarily known as the 'Second Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry', was raised in response to President Abraham Lincoln's call for volunteers in April 1861. The regiment served in both the Eastern and Western Theaters of the Civil War, participating in key battles such as the Battle of Antietam, Fort Wagner, and the Battle of Olustee. Notably, the 2d Rhode Island Infantry was one of the first Union regiments to be composed primarily of African American soldiers. This unit's service during the Civil War is significant for its role in the integration of black troops into the Union Army.