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U.S. Army
Geiger, George
Geiger, George
ConflictIndian Campaigns
Year of Action1876
Unit/Command7th U.S. Cavalry, Company H
HometownCincinnati, Ohio
Citation

With 3 comrades during the entire engagement courageously held a position that secured water for the command.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1876

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