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U.S. Army
Baird, George William
Baird, George William
ConflictIndian Campaigns
RankMajor General
Year of Action1877
Unit/Command5th U.S. Infantry
HometownMilford, Connecticut
Citation

Most distinguished gallantry in action with the Nez Perce Indians.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1877

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