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U.S. Army
Lucas, George Washington
Lucas, George Washington
ConflictCivil War
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandCompany C, 3rd Missouri Cavalry
HometownIllinois
Citation

Pursued and killed Confederate Brig. Gen. George M. Holt, Arkansas Militia, capturing his arms and horse.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1864

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