72nd Indiana Infantry Regiment
The 72nd Indiana Infantry Regiment, also known as 72nd Indiana Mounted Infantry Regiment, was an infantry and mounted infantry regiment that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. The regiment served as mounted infantry from March 17, 1863, to November 1, 1864, notably as part of the Lightning Brigade (also sometimes, "The Hatchet Brigade"). during the Tullahoma and Chickamauga Campaigns.
| 72nd Indiana Infantry Regiment 72nd Indiana Mounted Infantry Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | August 16, 1862 – June 26, 1865 |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Infantry Mounted Infantry |
| Engagements | Tullahoma Campaign Battle of Chickamauga Atlanta Campaign Battle of Resaca Battle of Kennesaw Mountain |
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