Beers - Middlesex County Archives – Connecticut Genealogy

Middlesex County in the Civil War

During the Civil War, Middlesex County contributed a large portion of its sons to various regiments, including the Second Regiment Infantry, First Connecticut Cavalry, and others. These regiments engaged in notable battles and campaigns, from Bull Run to Gettysburg, showcasing commendable service and sacrifices, including significant casualties. Many soldiers re-enlisted, with some rising to officer ranks. All the volunteers from Middlesex County are listed on the pages for the town. If you cannot find your ancestor in the town you expected, then check the miscellaneous volunteers listed.

Westbrook Volunteers

The list details members of the Westbrook Volunteer detachments, including recruits and substitutes, with their service dates and outcomes using standard abbreviations. It includes information on discharges, promotions, injuries, and deaths among the volunteers.

Saybrook Volunteers

The list details members of the Saybrook Volunteer detachments, including recruits and substitutes, with their service dates and outcomes using standard abbreviations. It includes information on discharges, promotions, injuries, and deaths among the volunteers.

Portland Volunteers

The list details members of the Portland Volunteer detachments, including recruits and substitutes, with their service dates and outcomes using standard abbreviations. It includes information on discharges, promotions, injuries, and deaths among the volunteers.

Old Saybrook Volunteers

The list details members of the Old Saybrook Volunteer detachments, including recruits and substitutes, with their service dates and outcomes using standard abbreviations. It includes information on discharges, promotions, injuries, and deaths among the volunteers.

Miscellaneous Volunteers

The list details members of the Miscellaneous Volunteer detachments and locations, including recruits and substitutes, with their service dates and outcomes using standard abbreviations. It includes information on discharges, promotions, injuries, and deaths among the volunteers.

Middletown Volunteers

The list details members of the Middletown Volunteers, including recruits and substitutes, with their service dates and outcomes using standard abbreviations. It includes information on discharges, promotions, injuries, and deaths among the volunteers.

Killingworth Volunteers

The list details members of the Killingworth Volunteers, including recruits and substitutes, with their service dates and outcomes using standard abbreviations. It includes information on discharges, promotions, injuries, and deaths among the volunteers.

Haddam Volunteers

The list details members of the Haddam Volunteers, including recruits and substitutes, with their service dates and outcomes using standard abbreviations. It includes information on discharges, promotions, injuries, and deaths among the volunteers.

Essex Volunteers

The list details members of the Essex Volunteers, including recruits and substitutes, with their service dates and outcomes using standard abbreviations. It includes information on discharges, promotions, injuries, and deaths among the volunteers.