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U.S. Army
Highland, Patrick
Highland, Patrick
ConflictCivil War
RankSergeant
Year of Action1865
Unit/CommandCompany D, 23rd Illinois Infantry
HometownTipperary
Citation

Conspicuous gallantry as color bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg.

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

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