The 1st Regiment of Montana Volunteers was formed in July 1867 by executive order of Governor Green Clay Smith. The formation of the regiment was in response to the perceived increased threat of attacks by Sioux and other tribes. The regiment was divided into nine companies under the general command of Col. Thomas Thoroughman. He was directed by the governor to "send out from time to time such forces as may be deemed necessary to chastise marauding and guerilla bands of Indians." Quartermaster and Commissary officers were appointed to secure needed supplies. By August, Neil Howie had taken command of the forces.
These records consist of correspondence, financial records, reports, and miscellany, largely for the District of Helena.
This collection is arranged into five series: General Correspondence; Financial Records; Legal Documents; Reports; and Miscellany.
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Item description and date. Collection Title. Collection Number. Box and Folder numbers. Montana Historical Society Library & Archives. Helena, Montana.
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