1st Battalion, Maine Light Artillery

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Brief History
The 1st Battalion was mustered in December 18, 1861 at Portland, Maine. It mustered out July 15, 1865 at Portland. It was in service for three years and seven months.

For more information, see MaineMilitia, that gives the history from "A Compendium of the War of the Rebellion" by Frederick H. Dyer, published 1908.

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.