2nd Regiment, Rhode Island Cavalry

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Brief History
The 2nd Regiment, Rhode Island Cavalry was organized at Providence, November 21, 1862. It was transferred to 3rd Rhode Island Cavalry January 14, 1864.

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
Internet sites

Wikipedia

The Civil War Archive

Brown's on the Civil War from Rhode Island

Union Army Regimental History Index

Converse Surname - Soldiers in the Civil War