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U.S. Army
Hamilton, Mathew H.
Hamilton, Mathew H.
ConflictIndian Campaigns
Year of Action1890
Unit/Command7th U.S. Cavalry, Company G
Citation

Bravery in action.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1890

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