Col. David Ireland, 

         137th commanding            

"No more shall the war-cry sever,

or the winding rivers be red;      

They banish our anger forever when 

they laurel the graves of our dead!"

"Under the sod and the dew, 

waiting the judgment - day; 

Love and tears for the Blue, 

tears and love for the Gray."

Author Unknown

137th NY monument,

Gettysburg, PA

"To Arms!"

You have sworn to defend the sovereignty and integrity of the Union. You are on a crusade to destroy the infernal institution of slavery once and for all. Facing you, however, are desperate Confederate soldiers who believe they are justly defending their homeland. You feel a chill run down your spine as you see the ragged ranks of rebels come into view and hear the feared rebel yell. You steel your nerves and remain firm in your position, knowing that you can trust in the Almighty and the loyal comrades of the 137th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment at your side.

The 137th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment, is an American Civil War reenacting unit based in the Broome, Tioga, Tompkins, Chenango Counties of NY. We are a family-oriented group associated with the USV. Our members portray Soldiers, Musicians and Civilians. Our goal is to honor the memory of the brave men of the 137th NYVI Regiment who fought and died in defense of our United States.

Col. David Ireland buried in Spring Forest Cemetery   Binghamton, New York