97th Regiment, Indiana Infantry | |
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Active | 1862-1865 |
Country | United States of America |
Allegiance | Union |
Branch | United States Army |
Type | Regiment |
Role | Infantry |
Nickname(s) | None |
Engagements | Vicksburg Campaign |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Robert Francis Catterson |
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