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U.S. Army
Ballen, Frederick A.
Ballen, Frederick A.
ConflictCivil War
Year of Action1863
Unit/CommandCompany B, 47th Ohio Infantry
Citation

Was one of a party that volunteered and attempted to run the enemy’s batteries with a steam tug and 2 barges loaded with subsistence stores.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1863

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