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Henry, Guy Vernor
Henry, Guy Vernor
ConflictCivil War
RankMajor General
Year of Action1864
Unit/Command40th Massachusetts Infantry
Citation

Led the assaults of his brigade upon the enemy’s works, where he had 2 horses shot under him.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1864

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