Upon arrival they were assigned as part of the garrison of the town of Alexandria, Virginia, under the XXII Corps in the Department of Washington.

On March 29, 30, and 31st, they were engaged along the White Oak Road, before taking part in the assault upon the Confederate forces at Five Forks on April 1.

This assault forced the fall of Petersburg, and the ensuing pursuit of the Confederate Army to Appomattox Courthouse, Virginia.

[1][2] In May 1865 the regiment moved to Hart's Island, New York, where they finished out the remainder of their service.

On August 21, 1865, the regiment was mustered out of United States service at Hart's Island, New York.