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Washington Light Guards (Washington, D.C. )

 Organization

Historical Note

The Washington Light Guard was a militia company formed in Washington D.C. in 1861. Their first commanding officer was Donald McCathren.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Washington Light Guard Records,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2013-070
Abstract

This collection contains two ledgers from the Washington Light Guard from 1861.

Dates: 1861 - 1861