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U.S. Army
Russell, Charles L.
Russell, Charles L.
ConflictCivil War
RankSecond Lieutenant
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandCompany H, 93rd New York Infantry
HometownMalone, New York
Citation

Capture of flag of 42d Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).

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

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