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U.S. Army
Huff, James W.
Huff, James W.
ConflictIndian Campaigns
RankSergeant
Unit/Command1st U.S. Cavalry, Company L
HometownWashington, Pennsylvania
Citation

Gallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian Campaigns

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