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U.S. Army
Cox, Robert Mitchell
Cox, Robert Mitchell
ConflictCivil War
Year of Action1863
Unit/CommandCompany K, 55th Illinois Infantry
HometownOhio
Citation

Bravely defended the colors planted on the outward parapet of Fort Hill.

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

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