Cimarron U.S.V Artillery

The Cimarron U.S.V Artillery was a regiment of the United States Volunteers that served during the Spanish-American War in 1898. The regiment was formed from volunteers from the Oklahoma Territory, and consisted of three batteries of artillery. The unit was named after the Cimarron River, which runs through Oklahoma and Kansas. The Cimarron U.S.V Artillery was led by Colonel John A. Jordan, who had previously served as an officer in the Indian Wars. Jordan was known for his strict discipline and attention to detail, which helped to prepare the unit for combat. The regiment saw action in Cuba, where they supported the U.S. Army's ground forces in their push towards Santiago de Cuba. The Cimarron U.S.V Artillery provided fire support for the infantry and cavalry, using their guns to suppress Spanish positions and provide cover for American advances. The most significant engagement for the Cimarron U.S.V Artillery was the Battle of San Juan Hill on July 1, 1898. During this battle, the regiment provided critical fire support for the Rough Riders, a volunteer cavalry unit led by Theodore Roosevelt. The Rough Riders had become pinned down by heavy Spanish fire, and the Cimarron U.S.V Artillery was able to help break the enemy lines and allow the Rough Riders to advance and secure the victory. Following the end of the Spanish-American War, the Cimarron U.S.V Artillery was mustered out of service in January of 1899. The unit had garnered a reputation for excellence during their short time in combat, and their contributions to the victory in Cuba were widely recognized.