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U.S. Army
Munsell, Harvey May
Munsell, Harvey May
ConflictCivil War
RankCaptain
Year of Action1863
Unit/CommandCompany A, 99th Pennsylvania Infantry
HometownPainted Post, New York
Citation

Gallant and courageous conduct as color bearer. (This noncommissioned officer carried the colors of his regiment through 13 engagements.)

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1863

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