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U.S. Army
Donaldson, John P.
Donaldson, John P.
ConflictCivil War
RankCommissary Sergeant
Year of Action1865
Unit/CommandCompany L, 4th Pennsylvania Cavalry
HometownPennsylvania
Citation

Capture of flag of 4th Virginia Cavalry (C.S.A.).

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

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