U.S. Army
Sladen, Joseph AltonConflictCivil War
RankMajor U.S.A. Retired
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandCompany A, 33rd Massachusetts Infantry
Citation
While detailed as clerk at headquarters, voluntarily engaged in action at a critical moment and personal example inspired the troops to repel the enemy.
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