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U.S. Army
Scofield, David H.
Scofield, David H.
ConflictCivil War
RankRegimental Quartermaster Sergeant
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandCompany K, 5th New York Cavalry
HometownMamaroneck, New York
Citation

Capture of flag of 13th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).

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

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