Julien Gaujot

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Crossed the field of fire to obtain the permission of the rebel commander to receive the surrender of the surrounded forces of Mexican Federals and escort such forces, together with 5 Americans held as prisoners, to the American line.

Rank: Captain
Conflicts: Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz)
Organization: U.S. Army

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