108th Illinois Mascot

Macgregor was the mascot of our unit from 2004 until his passing in October 2015.

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Macgregor attended reenactments, parades, and living history events. He was well liked and received by those of the reenactment community. McGregor was a Yorkie-Poo,he was 14 yrs old when he passed away. Sometimes he was listed on scavenger hunts and listed as General McGregor. He was a very good asset for our unit,people enjoyed seeing him,his picture was even listed in a published book, Civil War A to Z by Anita Quick. The Sons of Union Veterans even made him an honorary member as a goodwill ambassador. At school days events, students enjoyed seeing him. Many pictures of him were taken at events. He will be missed by many at reenactments.

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