| Unit Name: | 4th North Carolina Regiment |
| Allegiance: | Continental Congress of the United States |
| Type: | Infantry |
| Dates: | 1776-1783 |
| Command Structure: | North Carolina Line |
The 4th North Carolina Regiment was authorized on January 16, 1776 and established on April 15, 1776 at Wilmington, North Carolina for service with the Continental Army Southern Department under the command of Thomas Polk. The regiment saw action at the Battle of Brandywine, Battle of Germantown, Battle of Monmouth and the Siege of Charleston. The regiment was captured by the British Army at Charlestown, South Carolina, on May 12, 1780. The regiment was disbanded on January 1, 1783.[1] [2]
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Known engagements during the American Revolution include:[3]
| Start Year Month | Date Range | Battles/Skirmishes | State | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1776 6 | 6/28/1776 | Fort Moultrie #1 | SC | |
| 1776 9 | 9/6/1776 | Fort George/Bald Head Island | NC | |
| 1777 9 | 9/11/1777 | Battle of Brandywine Creek | PA | |
| 1777 10 | 10/4/1777 | Battle of Germantown | PA | |
| 1779 3 | 3/3/1779 | Battle of Briar Creek | GA | |
| 1779 6 | 6/20/1779 | Battle of Stono Ferry | SC | |
| 1779 9 | 9/16-10/18/1779 | Siege of Savannah | GA | |
| 1781 3 | 3/15/1781 | Battle of Guilford Court House (one unit) | NC | |
| 1781 9 | 9/8/1781 | Battle of Eutaw Springs | SC |