96th Regiment, Illinois Infantry

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Brief History
The 96th Regiment, Illinois Infantry was organized at Rockford, Ilinois, and mustered in September 6, 1862. It moved to Nashville, Tennessee, and had duty there until June. It mustered out June 10, 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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