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U.S. Army
Huntsman, John A.
Huntsman, John A.
ConflictPhilippine War
RankSecond Lieutenant
Year of Action1899
Unit/CommandU.S. Volunteers, Company E, 36th Infantry
HometownOskaloosa, Iowa
Citation

For distinguished bravery and conspicuous gallantry in action against insurgents.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Philippine WarYear of Action: 1899

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