Francis Smith

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Voluntarily remained with the body of his regimental commander under a heavy fire after the brigade had retired and brought the body off the field.

Rank: First Lieutenant/Adjutant
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Army

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