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U.S. Army

Miles James

ConflictCivil War

RankFirst Sergeant

Year of Action1864

Unit/CommandCompany B, 36th U.S. Colored Infantry

BirthplaceVirginia

Citation

Having had his arm mutilated, making immediate amputation necessary, he loaded and discharged his piece with one hand and urged his men forward; this within 30 yards of the enemy’s works.

Branch: U.S. Army Conflict: Civil War Year of Action: 1864

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