5th Regiment, Michigan Infantry

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Brief History
For a history of this regiment see Michigan in the War Website which gives a brief history, places served, battles fought, commanders and company rosters.

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.

Company A - Many men from Wayne County - see Roster Company B - Many men from Company C - Many men from Company D - Many men from Company E - Many men from Company F - Many men from Company G - Many men from Company H - Many men from Company I - Many men from Company K - Many men from Company L - Many men from Company M - Many men from Unassigned Company - Many men from