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U.S. Army
Hays, John Henry
Hays, John Henry
ConflictCivil War
Year of Action1865
Unit/CommandCompany F, 4th Iowa Cavalry
HometownOhio
Citation

Capture of flag and bearer Austin’s Battery (C.S.A.).

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1865

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