Indiana State Militia

Creation Date

1801

Entity Type

Organization

The Indiana State Militia was reorganized through the Militia Law of 1861. The law created the Indiana Legion in place of the active militia. The Legion was subsequently formed into 12 regiments as well as several independent companies.These troops received varying levels of state support with regard to arms, ammunition, and uniforms. Duties included guarding prisoners of war, patrolling the Ohio River, and repelling raids into the state by Confederate cavalry and guerillas.

"History of the Indiana National Guard," Indiana National Guard, Accessed September 12, 2022, https://www.in.ng.mil/history/.
Report of the Adjutant General of the State of IndianaVol. I (Indianapolis: Alexander H. Corner, 1869), 106-142.

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