History of Company E of the Sixth Minnesota Regiment of Volunteer Infantry
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"History of Company E of the Sixth Minnesota Regiment of Volunteer Infantry" by Alfred J. Hill is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work details the formation, organization, and experiences of Company E during its service in the American Civil War, along with its later activities in campaigns against Native American tribes in Minnesota. The book aims to provide a permanent record of the company's contributions, including a plethora of personal accounts and details about its members. The opening of this account sets the stage by presenting the background of Company E, which was formed in 1862 amid the Civil War, initially as the "Sigel Guards." It outlines the recruitment process, highlighting the various backgrounds of the men who enlisted, many of whom were veterans of previous conflicts in Europe. The narrative begins with the early organizational days at Fort Snelling and evolves into detailing the unit's mobilization amidst the Sioux Uprising, emphasizing
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