Albert Power

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Under a heavy fire and at great personal risk went to the aid of a dismounted comrade who was surrounded by the enemy, took him up on his own horse, and carried him to a place of safety.

Rank: Private
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Army

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