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U.S. Army
Philipsen, Wilhelm O.
Philipsen, Wilhelm O.
ConflictIndian Campaigns
Year of Action1879
Unit/Command5th U.S. Cavalry, Troop D
Citation

With 9 others voluntarily attacked and captured a strong position held by Indians.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Indian CampaignsYear of Action: 1879

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