What was the typical age of the majority of the soldiers in the civil war?

The typical age of soldiers in the American Civil War ranged from 18 to 30 years old, with many enlisting as teenagers. While some soldiers were as young as 15 and others were in their 40s, the majority fell within this younger demographic. This age group was often driven by a sense of duty, adventure, and a desire to support their causes, whether for the Union or the Confederacy.