156th Regiment, Ohio Infantry (National Guard)

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Brief History
The 156th Regiment, Ohio Infantry (National Guard) was organized at Camp Dennison, Ohio, and mustered in May 15, 1864. They served at Cumberland until August 28 and saw action near Folck's Mills, Cumberland, August 1. They were mustered out September 1, 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.

Companies by County: Company A - Many men from Preble County. Company B - Many men from Preble County. Company C - Many men from Preble County. Company D - Many men from Preble County. Company E - Many men from Preble County. Company F Company G Company H Company I Company K

County listing from Steve Ward's Buckeyes All, Part V Revised, as given on Larry Stevens' web page, 156th Ohio Infantry. (accessed on April 21, 2011)