7th Regiment, Rhode Island Infantry

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Brief History
The 7th Regiment, Rhode Island was organized at Providence May to September, 1862. It was mustered out June 9, 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
Books

Hopkins, William P.''The seventh regiment Rhode Island volunteers in the Civil War, 1862-1865. FHL 974.5 M2h, film # 928040 Item 2.''