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U.S. Army
Pond, George F.
Pond, George F.
ConflictCivil War
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandCompany C, 3rd Wisconsin Cavalry
HometownLibertyville, Illinois
Citation

With 2 companions, attacked a greatly superior force of guerrillas, routed them, and rescued several prisoners.

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

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