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U.S. Army
Hill, James Madison
Hill, James Madison
ConflictIndian Campaigns
RankCommissary Sergeant
Year of Action1873
Unit/Command5th U.S. Cavalry, Company A
HometownPennsylvania
Citation

Gallantry in action.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1873

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