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U.S. Army
Brophy, James
Brophy, James
ConflictIndian Campaigns
Unit/Command8th U.S. Cavalry, Company B
Citation

Bravery in scouts and actions against Indians.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian Campaigns

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