Co. E, 25th Maine memorial, ca. 1880

Contributed by Westbrook Historical Society

Description

The 25th Regiment, Co. E Maine Infantry (9 months, 1862-63) was organized at Portland, recruited in Westbrook and mustered in September 29, 1862.

The soldiers left the state for Washington, D.C, on October 16, 1862.

They served garrison duty in the defenses of Washington, D.C., from October 18, 1862 to March 24, 1863. The regiment moved to Chantilly, Virginia, March 24, and was on picket duty there until June 26

They mustered out July 10, 1863 were ordered home June 30, 1863. The regiment lost a total of 20 enlisted men during service, all due to disease.

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About This Item

  • Title: Co. E, 25th Maine memorial, ca. 1880
  • Creation Date: circa 1880
  • Subject Date: circa 1880
  • Locations:
    • Westbrook, Cumberland County, ME
    • Portland, Cumberland County, ME
  • Media: Chromolithograph
  • Object Type: Text and Image

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Westbrook Historical Society
426 Bridge Street, Westbrook, ME 04092
(207) 854-5588
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