James Schoonmaker

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

At a critical period, gallantly led a cavalry charge against the left of the enemy's line of battle, drove the enemy out of his works, and captured many prisoners.

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

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