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Moylan, Myles
Moylan, Myles
ConflictIndian Campaigns
RankMajor
Year of Action1877
Unit/Command7th U.S. Cavalry
HometownAmesbury, Massachusetts
Citation

Gallantly led his command in action against Nez Perce Indians until he was severely wounded.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1877

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