On August 26, 1861, 150 years ago, Elwood Rodebaugh enlisted as a Private in the 33rd Keystone Regiment, what would eventually become the 5th California Regiment and the 106th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry.
While he had already left home for Philadelphia, it was on this date when Elwood officially entered active service in defense of his country. As a direct descendant of Elwood's, I am extremely proud to call him my ancestor, as he did what so many have done during this nation's long and illustrious history. On this date 150 years ago, Elwood Rodebaugh officially enlisted his services in a conflict which would eventually claim his life on the fields of Antietam.
I'd like to know more about the California Regiment--
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