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Spanish American War “Soldier from 6th Illinois Volunteer Infantry, Company B”

$ 5.27

Availability: 36 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Theme: Militaria
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Time Period Manufactured: Spanish-Amer War (1898-1902)
  • Condition: New
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Modified Item: No
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Featured Refinements: Spanish American War
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

    Description

    Spanish American War “Young Soldier From Richmond , Virginia.
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    The 6th Illinois Volunteer Infantry formed around the 6th Illinois National Guard Regiment. The national Guard regiment was called out on April 26, and mustered into the federal service on May 11, 1898 at Springfield Illinois as the 6th Illinois Volunteer Infantry. At the time of mustering in, the regiment consisted of fifty officers and 973 enlisted men under the command of Col. Jack Foster and Lt. Col. Edward Kittilsen. The companies of the regiment were formed in the following locations and commanded as indicated.
    Company B - Genesco (commanded by Capt. John W. Reig)