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Mills, Albert Leopold
Mills, Albert Leopold
RankMajor General
Year of Action1898
Unit/CommandU.S. Volunteers
HometownNew York City, New York
Citation

Distinguished gallantry in encouraging those near him by his bravery and coolness after being shot through the head and entirely without sight.

Branch: U.S. ArmyYear of Action: 1898

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