Regiment of Voltigeurs and Foot Riflemen | |
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Active | February 11, 1847 – August 25, 1848 |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Army |
Type | Voltigeurs Riflemen |
Role | Skirmishing Light Infantry |
Size | Regiment |
Weapons | Model 1841 rifle |
Engagements | Mexican–American War |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Col. Timothy P. Andrews |
The Regiment of Voltigeurs and Foot Riflemen was a one-year regiment of the United States Army raised during the Mexican–American War. It was active in 1847 and 1848.