The 61st Ohio Infantry

Welcome to the home page for the 61st Ohio Veteran Volunteer Infantry.  The 61st was formed in April, 1862 at Camp Chase, Ohio and served in both the eastern and western theaters.  In March, 1865 the 61st was consolidated with the 82nd Ohio Infantry and thereafter was known as the 82nd Ohio.  The unit was mustered out in July, 1865.

National Flag of the 61st Ohio Infantry (Courtesy of the Ohio Historical Society)

Battles and Campaigns

Overview of Battles and Campaigns

Reports from the Official Records

Second Bull Run

Atlanta Campaign

March to Savannah

Grave Sites of the 61st O.V.I.

Bibliography

Links

Updated on March 27, 2007

Created and maintained by Fred Previts