Thielman's Independent Cavalry Battalion (Illinois) was a cavalry battalion that served in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
| Thielman's Independent Cavalry Battalion (Illinois) | |
|---|---|
 Illinois flag | |
| Active | 1861 to December 25, 1862 |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Branch | Cavalry |
Service
editThielman's Battalion was amalgamated from Thielman's and Marx's Independent Cavalry Companies at Smithland, Kentucky on December 9, 1861.
The battalion was amalgamated with the 16th Illinois Cavalry as Companies "A" and "B" but did not join the main body of the regiment until January 1864.
Total strength and casualties
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Commanders
editMajor Milo Thielman
See also
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