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U.S. Army
Knaak, Albert
Knaak, Albert
ConflictIndian Campaigns
RankOrdnance Sergeant
Year of Action1868
Unit/Command8th U.S. Cavalry, Company B
HometownLuxenburg
Citation

Bravery in scouts and actions against Indians.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1868

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