Union Continentals
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The Union Continentals was a volunteer infantry company of the New York Militia that served to defend Buffalo, New York during the American Civil War.[1] The regiment served on guard duty throughout Buffalo and the surrounding area from 1861 until 1865, protecting the city from possible Confederate raids. The regiment guarded President Lincoln when his body lay in state in the city in April 1865.
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Union Continentals | |
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Active | 27 April 1861 - 1870s |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch | New York Militia |
Type | Volunteer Militia |
Size | Regiment |
Engagements | American Civil War |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Millard Fillmore |
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Former president Millard Fillmore served as the commanding officer of the unit from April 1861 until his death in 1874.[2]