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Wisconsin Military
Wisconsin in the Civil War [[Image:Gotoarrow.png6th Regiment, Wisconsin Infantry
Brief History
Organized at Camp Randall, Madison, Wisconsin, and mustered in July 16, 1861.Washington, D. C., May. Grand Review May 23. Moved to Louisville, Kentucky, June 17. Mustered out July 2, 1865. [1]
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.
Other Sources
References
- ↑ National Park Service, The Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System, (accessed 6 December 2010).