U.S. Army
Croft, James E.ConflictCivil War
RankSecond Lieutenant
Year of Action1864
Unit/Command12th Battery, Wisconsin Light Artillery
Citation
Took the place of a gunner who had been shot down and inspired his comrades by his bravery and effective gunnery, which contributed largely to the defeat of the enemy.
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