Milford Lawmaker KIM Rose Hosts Unveiling of the 29th Regiment Flag

State Representative Kim Rose (D-Milford), recently hosted the Descendants of the Connecticut 29th Colored Regiment C.V Infantry, Inc., family members, veterans, friends and colleagues to the State Capitol to acknowledge the group that served in the United States Army during the American Civil War.

The ceremony was held at the State Capitol’s Hall of Flags with the historical unveiling of the 29th and 30th Regiment flags.

“When I was first contacted by Mr. Tom Acri’s 8th grade class from West Shore Middle School asking to get these flags displayed, I made a personal commitment to support this effort and do everything possible to make this happen,” Rep. Rose said. “Knowing that these particular flags represent such a profound part of our American history, I immediately wanted to help. I am delighted that we are here today honoring the memory of those who served with courage and dedication fighting for the freedoms of all Americans.”

The organization and its founders have worked tirelessly along with the descendants of the regiment to not only bring honor to their ancestors, but to erect a monument to pay tribute to them. The monument now stands at Criscoulo Park in New Haven.

Rep. Rose said, “It is an honor to stand here today with relatives of the regiment going back 10 generations to help mark the historic value behind this ceremonial event. Our youths will continue to learn about the sacrifices and contributions that the soldiers of the 29th made in order to work toward equality.”

The 29th Regiment, United States Colored Infantry (originally, 29th Regiment Infantry, United States Colored Troops) was an infantry regiment from Illinois that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Connecticut soldiers representing the towns of New Haven, Hamden and Hartford were part of the regiment.

Rep. Kim Rose is serving her third legislative term in the State Legislature. She is House co-chair of the Housing Committee, and a member of the Children and Veterans Committees.