The regiment was created in 1917 from the former 2nd Arkansas Infantry.

It was not until 1838, in anticipation of the War with Mexico, that additional regiments were created.

The regiment was created in Montreal in 1803, but did not begin recruitment until 1805.

The regiment was created on 1 August 1977.

By the time the 15th was formed all regiments were created for 3 years service.

In 1941, a fifth regiment was created in North Africa.

The regiment was created for political reasons as a way of proving that men well above normal military age were willing to volunteer.

In 1821 four regiments were created from existing units on the following lines.

Six additional regiments were created, and all the existing units were renamed.

In total, 52 regiments were created by New Jersey soldiers during this war.