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U.S. Army
Slusher, Henry C.
Slusher, Henry C.
ConflictCivil War
Year of Action1863
Unit/CommandTroop F, 22nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry
HometownPennsylvania
Citation

Voluntarily crossed a branch of the Potomac River under fire to rescue a wounded comrade held prisoner by the enemy. Was wounded and taken prisoner in the attempt.

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

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