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U.S. Army
Schofield, John Mcallister
Schofield, John Mcallister
ConflictCivil War
RankLieutenant General
Year of Action1861
Unit/Command1st Missouri Infantry
HometownGerry, New York
Citation

Was conspicuously gallant in leading a regiment in a successful charge against the enemy.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1861

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