1st Regiment, D.C. Cavalry (Maine)

United States  U.S. Military   Maine   Maine Military   Maine in the Civil War   1st DC Calvary

Brief History
This Regiment was an independent organization designed for special services in Washington, D.C. Its' first officers were commissioned by the President of the United States. The later companies had their officers commissioned by the Governor of the State of Maine. The regiment did not arrive in Washington at the same time, but over a period of time covering the end of October to the end of February.

Eight of this regiment's companies were organized at Augusta, ME from October 1863 to March 1864 for three years service.

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 D -


 * Company F -


 * Company G -


 * Company H -


 * Company I -


 * Company K -


 * Company L -


 * Company M -

Other sources

 * Maine, State Archive Collections, 1790-1966 - 1st D.C. Cavalry, Muster Descriptive Rolls, Muster-In Rolls of Officers, Muster-In Rolls p. 585-601 (you will need to sign in with your account password)