172nd Regiment, Ohio Infantry (National Guard)

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Brief History
The 172nd Regiment, Ohio Infantry (National Guard) was organized at Gallipolis, Ohio, and mustered in May 14, 1864. Guard duty at Gallipolis till September. They were mustered out September 3, 1864.

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.