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U.S. Army
Bickford, Henry H.
Bickford, Henry H.
ConflictCivil War
RankQuartermaster Sergeant
Year of Action1865
Unit/CommandCompany E, 8th New York Cavalry
HometownYpsilanti, Michigan
Citation

Recapture of flag.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1865

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