UNITED STATES COLORED TROOPS (USCT)
U.S.29TH Infantry Company "B"
48th IL
In memory of Rick Keating, who at the idea of starting an Infantry Battalion. The idea that all the unit agree to camp, march and battle as one unit. Rick also started the 139th IL Volunteers. He served as Captain for many years and his knowledge of the Civil War and battle tactics of the period. The Battalion was formed and elected him as Colonel. Ricks health took its toll, and he retired after 20 plus years reenacting. He passed away in 2020.