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U.S. Army
Ray, Charles W.
Ray, Charles W.
ConflictPhilippine War
Year of Action1899
Unit/CommandCompany I, 22nd U.S. Infantry
HometownPensacola, North Carolina
Citation

Most distinguished gallantry in action. Captured a bridge with the detachment he commanded and held it against a superior force of the enemy, thereby enabling an army to come up and cross.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Philippine WarYear of Action: 1899

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