Hillary Beyer

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

After his command had been forced to fall back, remained alone on the line of battle, caring for his wounded comrades and carrying one of them to a place of safety.

Rank: Second Lieutenant
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Army

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