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U.S. Army
Bryan, William Charles
Bryan, William Charles
ConflictIndian Campaigns
Year of Action1876
Unit/CommandU.S. Army
HometownZanesville, Ohio
Citation

Accompanied a detachment of cavalry in a charge on a village of hostile Indians and fought through the engagements, having his horse killed under him. He continued to fight on foot, and under severe fire and without assistance conveyed 2 wounded comrades to places of safety, saving them from capture.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1876

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