17th Independent Battery, Ohio Light Artillery

United States  U.S. Military   Ohio    Ohio Military   Ohio in the Civil War 17th Independent Battery, Ohio Light Artillery

Brief History
The 17th Independent Battery, Ohio Light Artillery mustered in August 21, 1862 at Dayton, Ohio. They were mustered out August 16, 1865 at Dayton, Ohio.

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
National Park Service, The Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System, (accessed 6 December 2010).