156th Illinois Infantry Regiment
Military unit
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The 156th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry was an infantry regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
| 156th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry | |
|---|---|
 Illinois flag | |
| Active | February 16, 1865, to September 20, 1865 |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Infantry |
| Engagements | None |
Service
The 156th Illinois Infantry was mustered into Federal service on February 16, 1865, For One Year Service
The Regiment Was Engaged On Guard Duty, Guarding R.R And Engaging Post Duty In the Department of the Cumberland Until September 20th, When it was Mustered out.[1]
The regiment was mustered out on September 20, 1865.
Total strength and casualties
The regiment suffered 2 enlisted men killed in action or mortally wounded and 24 enlisted men who died of disease, for a total of 26 fatalities.[2]
Commanders
- Colonel Alfred T. Smith - discharged with the regiment[3]
