21st Regiment, Maine Infantry

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Brief History
The 21st Regiment, Maine Infantry was organized at Augusta, and was mustered in October 13, 1862. They mustered out August 25, 1863, with expiration of term.

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

 * Historic record and complete biographic roster, 21st Me. Vols: with reunion records of the 21st Maine Regimental Association Internet Archive American Libraries

WEBSITES

 * Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System, (accessed 9 Dec. 2010) can be searched by soldier's name or by regiment; includes regimental rosters and additional history of the regiment.