1st Regiment, Michigan Cavalry

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Brief History

The 1st Regiment, Michigan Cavalry was organized at Detroit, Michigan, August 21 to September 6, 1861. It was mustered in September 13, 1861. The Regiment was mustered out: March 10, 1866.

The Wikipedia article 1st Regiment Michigan Cavalry gives a brief history of the unit including places served, battles fought and commanders.

Also see Michigan in the Civil War website for history, battles, and casualties.

Companies in this Regiment with the Counties of Origin

Men often enlisted in  a company recruited in the counties where they lived though not always. After many battles, companies might be combined because so many men were killed or wounded.  However if you are unsure which company your ancestor  was in, try the company recruited in his county first.

Company A - Many men from Wayne County - see Roster

Company B - Many men from Marquette County - see Roster

Company C - Many men from Wayne County - see Roster

Company D - Many men from Clinton County - see Roster

Company E - Many men from Ypsilanti County and Toledo Ohio - see Roster

Company F - Many men from Lapeer County - see Roster

Company G - Many men from Wayne and Oakland Counties - see Roster

Company H - Many men from Wayne County - see Roster

Company I - Many men from Kalamazoo County - see Roster

Company K - Many men from Wayne County - see Roster

Company L - Many men from Macomb County - see Roster

Company M - Many men from Cass and Kalamazoo Counties - see Roster

Unassigned Company - Many men from Wayne County - see Roster