New Jersey Butterfly Boys: The 3rd NJ Cavalry

They were formed for the last year of the Civil War by an alcoholic ex-officer of the Union Army. Also known as the First American Hussars, the 3rd NJ Cavalry was supposed to entice young men to join a galloping, dashing, romantic unit. Clothed in orange-lined capes and gilt-trimmed hats, they were intended to charge armed only with a saber. However, the “Butterfly Boys” became a historic unit that chased Lee’s forces all the way to Appomattox.

This program is open to the public and will feature refreshments. It will be taking place at the House of the Good Shepherd – 798 Willow Grove St., Hackettstown.

This program is presented in-person and on ZOOM. ZOOM link will be emailed out to all registrants on the day of the event.