2nd Regiment, Michigan Cavalry
United States 
U.S. Military Michigan Michigan Military Michigan in the Civil War 2nd Regiment, Michigan Cavalry
Brief History[edit | edit source]
The 2nd Regiment, Michigan Cavalry was organized at Detroit, Michigan and mustered in October 2, 1861.
The regiment was mustered out August 17, 1865.
For a history of this unit see the Michigan in the War website which gives information on battles, officers, and a roster.
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 Saginaw County - see Roster
Company B - Many men from Eaton County - see Roster
Company C - Many men from Kent and Ottawa Counties - see Roster
Company D - Many men from Kent County - see Roster
Company E - Many men from Muskegon County - see Roster
Company F - Many men from Kent County - see Roster
Company G - Many men from Hillsdale County - see Roster
Company H - Many men from
Company I - Many men from
Company K - Many men from
Company L- Many men from
Company M - Many men from
Unassigned Company - Many men from