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U.S. Army
Grant, Gabriel

ConflictCivil War
RankMajor
Year Of Action1862
Unit/CommandU.S. Volunteers
HometownNewark, New Jersey

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Removed severely wounded officers and soldiers from the field while under a heavy fire from the enemy, exposing himself beyond the call of duty, thus furnishing an example of most distinguished gallantry.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1862
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