3rd Michigan Infantry Regiment
Military unit
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The 3rd Michigan Infantry Regiment was an infantry regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
| 3rd Michigan Infantry Regiment | |
|---|---|
 Michigan state flag | |
| Active | May 21, 1861, to June 10, 1864 |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Infantry |
| Size | 1,238 |
| Engagements | First Battle of Bull Run Peninsular Campaign Second Battle of Bull Run Battle of Chantilly Battle of Fredericksburg Battle of Chancellorsville Battle of Gettysburg Battle of the Wilderness Battle of Cold Harbor |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Colonel Daniel McConnell Colonel Stephen Gardner Champlin Colonel Byron Root Pierce |
Service
The regiment was mustered into service at June 10, 1861 at Grand Rapids, Michigan.[1]
The regiment was mustered out of service on June 10, 1864. For veterans and recruits who re-enlisted were transferred to the 5th Michigan Volunteer Infantry.
Commanders
- Colonel Daniel McConnell
- Colonel Stephen Gardner Champlin
- Colonel Byron Root Pierce