I am trying to put together a more accurate picture of an ancestor who fought in the Civil War. I know that he signed up in a town called Elkhorn, Wisconsin, and the papers were signed by a Recruiting Officer, Justice of the Peace, and Regimental Surgeon. But there was no camp nearby--so did those people come to the town for the day/week?

What was the order in which you would have done this? State your intention to the Recruiting Officer, then have the exam, then sign the papers?

When would a new enlisted man be given his uniform and kit? What was likely to be in the kit upon enlistment, and what would he get later?

How long would a recruit be trained? How would they be trained. Beyond marching, what would the Infantry do?

If anyone has any links for letters, diaries, or books that cover this, I would be very grateful. I have read dozens of letters and several diaries, and visit I don't know how many websites. The enlistment/boot camp/training portion of service is always glossed over.

Thank you very much in advance.