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U.S. Army
Anderson, James
Anderson, James
ConflictIndian Campaigns
RankSergeant
Year of Action1870
Unit/CommandCompany M, 6th U.S. Cavalry
Citation

Gallantry during the pursuit and fight with Indians.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1870

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