Volunteered as a member of a boatcrew which went to the rescue of a large number of Union soldiers on board the stranded steamer Boston,
Volunteered in response to a call and took part in the movement that was made upon the enemy’s works under a heavy fire therefrom in
Volunteered in response to a call and took part in the movement that was made upon the enemy's works under a heavy fire therefrom in
Volunteered to ascertain the character of approaching troops; rode up so closely as to distinguish the features of the enemy, and as he wheeled to
Volunteered to go within the enemy’s lines and at the head of a party of 8 destroyed a signal station, thereby greatly aiding in the
Was Chief Civilian Scout for Major General Philip H. Sheridan's Cavalry Corps, which consisted of VI and XIX Corps. Citation: Captured flag of Brigadier General
Was one of a detachment of 16 men who heroically defended a wagon train against the attack of 125 cavalry, repulsed the attack and saved
Was one of a party that volunteered and attempted to run the enemy’s batteries with a steam tug and 2 barges loaded with subsistence stores.
Went to the assistance of a wounded and overpowered comrade, and in a hand-to-hand encounter effected his rescue.
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