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== What Is in the Collection?  ==
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== What is in This Collection?  ==
  
 
The collection consists of Union service records of soldiers who served in organizations from Tennessee. The records cover the years 1861 to 1865. The records include abstracts of entries relating to the soldier as found in the following original records:  
 
The collection consists of Union service records of soldiers who served in organizations from Tennessee. The records cover the years 1861 to 1865. The records include abstracts of entries relating to the soldier as found in the following original records:  
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The information in this index is quite reliable. However, keep in mind that even though this index is very accurate it still may contain inaccuracies, such as altered spellings or misinterpretations.
 
The information in this index is quite reliable. However, keep in mind that even though this index is very accurate it still may contain inaccuracies, such as altered spellings or misinterpretations.
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The records are in individual files which usually include the following:
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*A jacket-envelope for each soldier, labeled with his name, rank, and the unit in which he served
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*A card (or cards) with abstracts of entries from original muster rolls, returns, rosters, payrolls, appointment books, hospital registers, parole rolls, and inspection reports
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=== To Browse This Collection ===
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*The originals of any papers relating only to the particular soldier
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{{HR Tip|This collection contains searchable content in the NARA Catalog.  They can be accessed by clicking on the National Archives identifier in the Record Description.  Once inside the Catalog, click on the "Search Within This Series".}}
  
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== What Can This Collection Tell Me? ==
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== What Can These Records Tell Me? ==
  
 
Each file usually contains:  
 
Each file usually contains:  
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*NARA publication number, title, and roll number
 
*NARA publication number, title, and roll number
  
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== How Do I Search the Collection? ==
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*The name of your ancestor.
 
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*The approximate age of your ancestor.
 
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*The company or regiment in which your ancestor served.
 
  
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'''Search by Name by visiting the [https://familysearch.org/search/collection/1932422?collectionNameFilter=false Collection Page]:'''<br>Fill in the requested information on the initial search page. This search will return a list of possible matches. Compare the information about the individuals in the list to what you already know about your ancestors to determine if this is the correct family or person. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to find your ancestor. Keep in mind:  
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The records are in individual files which usually include the following:  
  
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*A jacket-envelope for each soldier, labeled with his name, rank, and the unit in which he served
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*You may not be sure of your own ancestor’s name.
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*A card (or cards) with abstracts of entries from original muster rolls, returns, rosters, payrolls, appointment books, hospital registers, parole rolls, and inspection reports
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*Your ancestor may have used different names, or variations of their name, throughout their life.
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*The originals of any papers relating only to the particular soldier
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*If your ancestor used an alias or a nickname, be sure to check for those alternate names.  
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*Even though these indexes are very accurate they may still contain inaccuracies, such as altered spellings, misinterpretations, and optical character recognition errors if the information was scanned.
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== How Do I Search This Collection?  ==
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Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
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*The name of your ancestor
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*The approximate age of your ancestor
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*The company or regiment in which your ancestor served
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=== Search the Index ===
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=== How Do I Analyze the Results? ===
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Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a [[Use_Appropriate_Forms#Prepare_a_Research_Log |research log]].
  
 
== What Do I Do Next?  ==
 
== What Do I Do Next?  ==
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When you have located your ancestor’s service record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details that can lead you to other records about your ancestors.
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When you have located your ancestor’s service record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details that can lead you to other records about your ancestors. Add this new information to your records of each family.
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=== I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now? ===
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*Use the estimated age to calculate a birth date
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=== I Found Who I Was Looking For, What Now? ===
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*Use the age and location of the military unit to find the soldier’s family in census, church, and land records
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*Continue to search the index and records to identify other relatives
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*Use the estimated age to calculate a birth date.
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*When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct
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*Use the age and location of the military unit to find the soldier’s family in census, church, and land records.
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*Be aware that, as with any index, transcription errors may occur
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*Continue to search the index and records to identify other relatives.
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=== I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now? ===
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*When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct.
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*Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for alias names, nicknames and abbreviated names
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*Be aware that, as with any index, transcription errors may occur.
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*Search the indexes and records of nearby localities and military units
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=== Research Helps ===
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=== I Can't Find Who I'm Looking For, What Now? ===
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The following articles will help you in your research for your family in the state of [[Tennessee, United States Genealogy|Tennessee]].
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* [[US Military Basic Search Strategies]]
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*Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for alias names, nicknames and abbreviated names.
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* [[Beginning Research in United States Military Records]]
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*Search the indexes and records of nearby localities and military units.  
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* [[Beginning United States Civil War Research]]
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*Try alternative search methods such as only filling in the surname search box (or the given name search box) on the landing page leaving the other box empty and then click on search. This should return a list of everyone with that particular name. You could then browse the list for individuals that may be your ancestor.
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* [[Locating a Union Civil War  Soldier (1861-1865)]]
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* [[GuidedResearch:Tennessee|Tennessee Guided Research]]
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* [[Tennessee Record Finder]]
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* [[Tennessee Research Tips and Strategies|Research Tips and Strategies]]
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* [[Step-by-Step Tennessee Research, 1880-Present|Step-by-Step Research]]
  
 
== Citing This Collection ==
 
== Citing This Collection ==
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Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.
 
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.
  
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This article describes a collection of records at FamilySearch.org.
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Record Description
Record Type Compiled Service Records
Record Group RG 94: Records of the Adjutant General's Office
Collection years 1861-1865
Microfilm Publication M395. Compiled Service Records of Volunteer Union Soldiers who Served in Organizations from the State of Tennessee. 220 rolls.
National Archives Identifier 300398423
FamilySearch Resources
Related Websites
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What is in This Collection?

The collection consists of Union service records of soldiers who served in organizations from Tennessee. The records cover the years 1861 to 1865. The records include abstracts of entries relating to the soldier as found in the following original records:

  • Muster rolls
  • Returns
  • Rosters
  • Payrolls
  • Appointment books
  • Hospital registers
  • Union prison registers and rolls
  • Parole rolls
  • Inspection reports

For each military unit the service records are arranged alphabetically by the soldier's surname. The Military Unit field may also display the surname range (A-G) as found on the microfilm. This collection is a part of RG 94, Records of the Adjutant General's Office, 1780s - 1917, and is National Archive Microfilm Publication M395. Index courtesy of www.fold3.com (Previously known as Footnote.com).

Service records were kept for each soldier. Those records, or their abstracts, were compiled into individual files. Each envelope/jacket contains information and cross references to original records relating to the soldier. The collection covers the years 1861 to 1865.

The information in this index is quite reliable. However, keep in mind that even though this index is very accurate it still may contain inaccuracies, such as altered spellings or misinterpretations.


Image Visibility

Whenever possible FamilySearch makes images and indexes available for all users. However, rights to view these data are limited by contract and subject to change. Because of this there may be limitations on where and how images and indexes are available or who can see them. Please be aware some collections consist only of partial information indexed from the records and do not contain any images.

For additional information about image restrictions see Restrictions for Viewing Images in FamilySearch Historical Record Collections.


To Browse This Collection

Tip
 This collection contains searchable content in the NARA Catalog. They can be accessed by clicking on the National Archives identifier in the Record Description. Once inside the Catalog, click on the "Search Within This Series".

What Can These Records Tell Me?

Each file usually contains:

  • Jacket name
  • Soldier’s full name and rank
  • Date and place where mustered-in for service and by whom
  • Company and regiment in which served
  • Age (often estimated)
  • Length of time for service
  • Type of records in file
  • NARA publication number, title, and roll number

Collection Content

The records are in individual files which usually include the following:

  • A jacket-envelope for each soldier, labeled with his name, rank, and the unit in which he served
  • A card (or cards) with abstracts of entries from original muster rolls, returns, rosters, payrolls, appointment books, hospital registers, parole rolls, and inspection reports
  • The originals of any papers relating only to the particular soldier

How Do I Search This Collection?

Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:

  • The name of your ancestor
  • The approximate age of your ancestor
  • The company or regiment in which your ancestor served

Search the Index

Search by name on the Collection Details Page.
  1. Fill in the search boxes in the Search Collection section with the information you know
  2. Click Search to show possible matches

How Do I Analyze the Results?

Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

What Do I Do Next?

When you have located your ancestor’s service record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details that can lead you to other records about your ancestors.

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

  • Use the estimated age to calculate a birth date
  • Use the age and location of the military unit to find the soldier’s family in census, church, and land records
  • Continue to search the index and records to identify other relatives
  • When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct
  • Be aware that, as with any index, transcription errors may occur

I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now?

  • Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for alias names, nicknames and abbreviated names
  • Search the indexes and records of nearby localities and military units

Research Helps

The following articles will help you in your research for your family in the state of Tennessee.

Citing This Collection

Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.

Collection Citation:
The citation for this collection can be found on the Collection Details Page in the section Citing this Collection.
Record Citation:
When looking at a record, the citation can be viewed by clicking the drop-down arrow next to Document Information.

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