87th Regiment, Illinois Infantry

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Brief History
The 87th Regiment, Illinois Infantry was organized at Shawneetown, Illinois, and mustered in October 3, 1862. It moved to Helena, Arkansas, and had duty there until June 1865. It moved from Helena to Clark's Store February 24, 1865 (detachment) and mustered out June 16, 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.