MAXWELL’S BRIGADE

MAXWELL’S BRIGADE

Commander: Brigadier General William Maxwell

Regiments

History

Entered Valley Forge as part of Sullivan’s Division.

Left Valley Forge in May 1778 for New Jersey. Joined Lee’s Division in New Jersey.

Notes

Maxwell’s Brigade was sent to New Jersey in April to keep an eye on British moves from Philadelphia.

Some January alteration figures not available.

Monthly Strength Reports

MonthFit for DutyAssignedDiedDesertedDischargedEnlisted
DEC74510852800
JAN56811440000
FEB487109515506
MAR246810119324
APR490840948865
MAY625105982313
Totals  45931298

Ref: C.H. Lesser – The Sinews of Independence, Monthly Strength Reports of the Continental Army

Encampment Map