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U.S. Army
Harris, David W.
Harris, David W.
ConflictIndian Campaigns
Year of Action1876
Unit/Command7th U.S. Cavalry, Company A
HometownIndianapolis, Indiana
Citation

Brought water to the wounded, at great danger to his life, under a most galling fire from the enemy.

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

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