Voltaire Twombly

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Took the colors after 3 of the color guard had fallen, and although most instantly knocked down by a spent ball, immediately arose and bore the colors to the end of the engagement.

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

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