5th Regiment, Maine Infantry

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Brief History
The 5th Regiment, Maine Infantry was organized at Portland. They mustered in June 24, 1861,and muster Out: July 27, 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

 * History of the Fifth Regiment Maine volunteers: comprising brief descriptions of its marches, engagements, and general services from the date of its muster in, June 24, 1861, to the time of muster out, July 27, 1864 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.