Keokuk County, Iowa Military Center

This information has been transcribed and graciously provided by volunteer John Davis from
the "1880 History of Keokuk County Iowa."

Iowa Light Artillery

The Fourth Battery of Iowa light artillery was mustered into the service at Davenport, November 23, 1863, and mustered out at the same place July 14, 1865. It was composed of splendid fighting material, but did not have opportunity to make a record for its prowess. It took no part in the great events of the war, being stationed in Louisiana. No report of its movements has been made to the Adjutant General's office. Myron Pinkerton third corporal; enlisted September 17th; formerly in company F, fifth infantry.