1st Regiment, Michigan Cavalry
United States 
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Brief History[edit | edit source]
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 War website for history, battles, and casualties.
Companies in this Regiment with the Counties of Origin[edit | edit source]
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