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U.S. Army
Ayers, James F.
Ayers, James F.
ConflictIndian Campaigns
Year of Action1875
Unit/CommandCompany H, 6th U.S. Cavalry
HometownCollinstown, Virginia
Citation

Rapid pursuit, gallantry, energy, and enterprise in an engagement with Indians.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1875

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