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U.S. Army
Galt, Sterling Archibald
Galt, Sterling Archibald
ConflictPhilippine War
RankBattalion Sergeant Major
Year of Action1899
Unit/CommandU.S. Volunteers, Company F, 36th Infantry
HometownTaneytown, Maryland
Citation

Distinguished bravery and conspicuous gallantry in action against insurgents.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Philippine WarYear of Action: 1899

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