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U.S. Army
Post, Philip Sidney
Post, Philip Sidney
ConflictCivil War
RankBrevet Brigadier General
Year Of Action1864
Unit/Command59th Illinois Infantry
HometownFlorida, New York
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    Led his brigade in an attack upon a strong position under a terrific fire of grape, canister, and musketry; was struck down by a grapeshot after he had reached the enemy’s works.

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