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The Civil War in Minnesota


When the Civil War began, Minnesota's population numbered about 172,000. Of these, an estimated 15% were mustered into military service to fight for the Union army. The National Archives Index shows 30,972 names. The actual number of men who served is placed at 26,717.

Two battles were fought in Minnesota during the war. These involved the Sioux Indians angered by the failure of the Federal government to provide annuities and by the poor quality of rations.

  • Fort Ridgely Minnesota August 20-22, 1862
  • Wood Lake Minnesota September 23, 1862
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    Historical Sketch And Roster - Minnesota Volumes
    Rigdon, John C.
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    The Official Records of the American Civil War

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    Minnesota Civil War Soldiers Index

    John C. Rigdon, Editor
    36,300 names
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    Minnesota Civil War Soldiers Service Records
    Minnesota Civil War Soldiers Service Records

    Rigdon, John C., Editor

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