Service
The 5th Illinois Cavalry was mustered into service at Camp Butler, Illinois on August 31, 1861.
The regiment was mustered out on October 27, 1865.
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“In the service of Caesar, everything is legitimate.”
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Shalt constant faith and service vow,
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With open ears, and with unfolded arms.”
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