The 97th New York Volunteer Infantry was a regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Organized in 1861, it was composed of volunteers from New York and was part of the larger effort to preserve the Union. The regiment participated in several key battles, including the Battle of Gettysburg and the Battle of the Wilderness. Throughout its service, the 97th New York faced significant challenges, including harsh conditions and heavy casualties. The regiment was mustered out in 1865 after the war ended, having contributed to the Union's victory and the eventual abolition of slavery in the United States.