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U.S. Army
Barrett, Richard
Barrett, Richard
ConflictIndian Campaigns
Year of Action1872
Unit/CommandCompany A, 1st U.S. Cavalry
Citation

Conspicuous gallantry in a charge upon the Tonto Apaches.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1872

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