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U.S. Army
Gunther, Jacob
Gunther, Jacob
ConflictIndian Campaigns
Year of Action1868
Unit/Command8th U.S. Cavalry, Company E
HometownPennsylvania
Citation

Bravery in scouts and actions against Indians.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1868

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