The Ninety-Ninth Illinois Infantry
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YoSam.
N 39° 37.090 W 090° 36.378
15S E 705470 N 4388116
They launched themselves into the Civil War from this location, Pike County's famous regiment.
Waymark Code: WM8DGQ
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 03/17/2010
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Marker Text:
The Ninety-Ninth Illinois Infantry, Pike County's famous Civil War Regiment and first regiment out of state under call 1862. Was mustered at Florence Illinois and embarked at this spot for St. Louis, August 23rd, 1862. Was 62 days under fire. Lost in battle and from wounds and disease 187 men.
Take the time to visit the web link below. It begins with the Missouri campaigns, and moves east from there. Worth a few minutes.
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