Keywords: United States. Army. Maine Militia
Item 5447
Maine Militia, Augusta, ca. 1870
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1870 Location: Augusta Media: Photographic print
Item 72488
Militia call-up notice, Sebago, 1862
Contributed by: John Micavich through Sebago Historical Society Date: 1862-09-06 Location: Sebago Media: Ink on paper
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Northern Threads: Outerwear, Militia & Cadet uniforms
A themed vignette within "Northern Threads Part I," featuring 19th century outerwear, bonnets, militia and cadet uniforms.
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Lt. Charles Bridges: Getting Ahead in the Army
Sgt. Charles Bridges of Co. B of the 2nd Maine Infantry was close to the end of his two years' enlistment in early 1863 when he took advantage of an opportunity for advancement by seeking and getting a commission as an officer in the 3rd Regiment U.S. Volunteers.
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Early Maine Photography - Famous People - Page 2 of 3
"He held the rank of major general in the state militia during the War of 1812. The hardships experienced by Maine during the war prompted King to…"
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Scarborough: They Called It Owascoag - People Who Called Scarborough Home - Page 2 of 4
"Also, as a colonel in the United States Army, he led recruiting efforts for the regular army. During the war, he was particularly concerned with…"
