89th Regiment, Illinois Infantry

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Brief History
The 89th Regiment, Illinois Infantry was organized at Chicago, Illinois, and mustered in August 27, 1862. It mustered out June 10, 1865 and discharged at Camp Douglas, Chicago, Illinois, June 24, 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.