The 2nd Kansas Militia Regiment was a formation of Kansas State Militia during the

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commanded by Colonel George W. Veale.

History

The 2nd Regiment of Kansas State Militia was organized in

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, on October 12, 1864, to defend the

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against

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. The regiment consisted of 561 men, many mounted on their own farm horses. It rode into

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on October 21 in anticipation of

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's arrival where they met with other federal troops and militias from Kansas and Missouri to join with the Army of the Border. On October 22, the Confederates arrived at the edge of Mockbee Farm where federal forces were waiting. The Confederates scattered the militia, many of whom retreated towards Westport (present-day Kansas City). This would lead to the

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, where Price's military efforts would largely collapse. Several men were captured by Confederate forces after the battle at Mockbee Farm and marched south. The regiment was disbanded on October 29, 1864.

Notable members

* Samuel J. Reader *

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Notable members

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