99th Indiana Infantry Regiment facts for kids

Quick facts for kids 99th Indiana Volunteer Infantry Regiment
Flag of the United States, 1863-1865
Active	August 21, 1862, to June 5, 1865
Country	United States
Allegiance	Union
Branch	Infantry
Engagements	Siege of Vicksburg Battle of Missionary Ridge Battle of Resaca Battle of Dallas Battle of Big Shanty Battle of Kennesaw Mountain Battle of Atlanta Battle of Jonesborough Battle of Bentonville

The 99th Indiana Volunteer Infantry Regiment was a group of soldiers from Indiana who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. They were an infantry regiment, which means they were soldiers who fought on foot.

Joining the Fight

The 99th Indiana officially became part of the Union Army on August 21, 1862. This happened in South Bend, Indiana.

After serving for almost three years, the regiment finished its duty on June 5, 1865. Any soldiers still with the 99th Indiana then joined another group called the 48th Indiana Volunteer Infantry.

How Many Soldiers and What Happened to Them

When the 99th Indiana first started, it had about 900 soldiers. During the war, 84 more people joined the regiment.

Sadly, 178 soldiers from the 99th Indiana died from various reasons during their service. This could include sickness or injuries from battles. Also, 38 soldiers left without permission, which was called deserting. Two other soldiers went missing during the war.

Leaders of the Regiment

The 99th Indiana Regiment had two main leaders, called Colonels:

• Alexander Fowler
• Josiah Farrar