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Grant, Lewis Addison
Grant, Lewis Addison
ConflictCivil War
RankBrevet Major General U.S. Vols.
Year of Action1864
Unit/Command5th Vermont Infantry
HometownVermont
Citation

Personal gallantry and intrepidity displayed in the management of his brigade and in leading it in the assault in which he was wounded.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1864

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