3rd Regiment, New York Light Artillery

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Brief History
The 3rd Regiment, New York Light Artillery was organized in Washington, D. C., from 19th Regiment Infantry December 11, 1861. They mustered out at Syracuse, N. Y., June 2, 1863. .

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.