Francis Erdelmeyer
Francis W. Erdelmeyer | |
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Erdelmeyer in 1861 | |
| Treasurer of Marion County, Indiana | |
| In office 1869–1871 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 2, 1835 |
| Died | October 16, 1926 (aged 90) |
| Resting place | Crown Hill Cemetery Indianapolis, Indiana |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch/service | Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1864 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit |
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| Commands | 32nd Indiana Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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Francis "Frank" W. Erdelmeyer (November 2, 1835 – October 16, 1926) was a German-American Turner, businessman, upholsterer, pharmacist, and American Civil War veteran who lived in Indianapolis, Indiana. During his service from 1861 to 1864 in the Union Army, Erdelmeyer served in both the 11th Indiana Infantry Regiment under Lew Wallace and later commanded the 32nd Indiana Infantry Regiment. Erdelmeyer was later involved in the creation of the German-English School Society (1849–1882) of Indianapolis and was elected as the treasurer of Marion County in 1869.