U.S. Army
Harris, MosesConflictCivil War
RankMajor
Year of Action1864
Unit/Command1st U.S. Cavalry
BirthplaceAndover, New Hampshire
Citation
In an attack upon a largely superior force, his personal gallantry was so conspicuous as to inspire the men to extraordinary efforts, resulting in complete rout of the enemy.
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