Edwin B. Wight

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Edwin B. Wight was a Major in the 24th Michigan Infantry.

Antebellum

War Career

  • Entered service in the 24th Michigan Infantry / Company A at organization as 2nd Lieutenant
  • Mustered in July 24, 1862 for a 3 year term of service
  • 24 years old
  • Commissioned Captain on July 26, 1862
  • Mustered on August 13, 1862
  • Commissioned Major on July 1, 1863
  • Mustered on June 22, 1863
  • Wounded in action on July 1, 1863 at the Battle of Gettysburg
  • Discharged on account of disability on November 17, 1863

Post-War Career

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