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U.S. Army
Robinson, Elbridge
Robinson, Elbridge
ConflictCivil War
Year of Action1863
Unit/CommandCompany C, 122nd Ohio Infantry
HometownOhio
Citation

With 1 companion, voluntarily went in front of the Union line, under a heavy fire from the enemy, and carried back a helpless, wounded comrade, thus saving him from death or capture.

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

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