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U.S. Army
Finkenbiner, Henry S.
Finkenbiner, Henry S.
ConflictCivil War
RankCorporal
Year of Action1865
Unit/CommandCompany D, 107th Ohio Infantry
HometownNorth Industry, Ohio
Citation

While on the advance skirmish line and within direct and close fire of the enemy’s artillery, crossed the mill race on a burning bridge and ascertained the enemy’s position.

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

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