The 17th New York Infantry was a military unit that served during the American Civil War under the Union Army. Formed in July 1862, it consisted primarily of volunteers from the state of New York. The regiment participated in numerous significant battles throughout the conflict, including Antietam, Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, Wilderness, and Spotsylvania Court House. The unit was mustered out of service in June 1865 as part of the post-war demobilization process. Throughout its service, the 17th New York Infantry was recognized for its valor and played a crucial role in several decisive Union victories during the Civil War.