"Muster-In Roll," 7th Volunteer Michigan Cavalry, January 23, 1863
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This "Muster-in Roll" from 1863 contains the names of soldiers and officers who enlisted in the 7th Volunteer Michigan Cavalry. This unit along with several other Cavalry units made up the Michigan Cavalry Brigade -- also known as the Wolverine Brigade. Michigan-born George A. Custer took command of the brigade a few days before the battle of Gettysburg.
This "Muster-in Roll" from 1863 contains the names of soldiers and officers who enlisted in the 7th Volunteer Michigan Cavalry. This unit along with several other Cavalry units made up the Michigan Cavalry Brigade -- also known as the Wolverine Brigade. Michigan-born George A. Custer took command of the brigade a few days before the battle of Gettysburg.
Artifact
Muster roll
Date Made
1863
Subject Date
23 January 1863
Place of Creation
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in With Liberty & Justice for All
Object ID
33.122.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Handwriting
Dimensions
Height: 22.125 in
Width: 17 in
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