3rd Regiment, Rhode Island Cavalry

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Brief History
The 3rd Regiment, Rhode Island Cavalry was organized at Providence September 12, 1863. It was mustered out November 29, 1865.

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.

Other Sources
The Civil War Archives Union Regimental Histories in Rhode Island

Wikipedia 3rd Rhode Island Cavalry

Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War

Union Army Regimental History Index