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U.S. ArmyAwarded Posthumously
Archer, Lester
Archer, Lester
ConflictCivil War
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandCompany E, 96th New York Infantry
HometownFort Ann, New York
Citation

Gallantry in placing the colors of his regiment on the fort.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1864

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