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Craig Pirrong's avatar

The CBOT also played a prominent role in the Civil War. The exchange sponsored 3 infantry regiments (72nd, 88th, and 113th Illinois, called the First, Second, and Third Board of Trade Regiments, respectively) and the well-known Chicago Board of Trade Battery. Several members also fought in the Civil War.

The Civil War was also the genesis of centralized futures trading on the CBOT.

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Bills's avatar

Thanks to all who made the ultimate sacrifice. I watch the YouTube videos about the Pacific and am amazed at the bravery and selfless acts those men made. They will never make another generation like that!!!!!

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