66th Regiment, Illinois Infantry

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Brief History
The 66th Regiment, Illinois Infantry was organized at Benton Barracks, Missouri through September and October, 1861. The regiment mustered in as the 14th Missouri Infantry on November 23, 1861. It was moved to Louisville, Kentucky on June 3-8 and mustered out on July 7, 1865.

Companies in this Regiment with County 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
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