This regiment was the largest that entered the service, containing 4,200 men, which is said to be a larger number than was ever in one regiment since the organization of the United States Government. He was mustered out of service at Fairfax Seminary, Va., August, 1865. Mr. Winne then resided for about two years in Shiawase County, Mich., engaged in the manufacture of sash, doors and blinds. He has since purchased eighty-five acres additional land, and has placed valuable improvements upon this farm. He has about 130 acres under cultivation, and an orchard containing about 400 trees.
Principal crop is corn, also raises cattle and hogs.
Mr. Winne is a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church.