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U.S. Army
Strong, James N.
Strong, James N.

ConflictCivil War
RankSecond Lieutenant
Year of Action1863
Unit/CommandCompany C, 49th Massachusetts Infantry
HometownPittsfield, Massachusetts

Citation

Volunteered in response to a call and took part in the movement that was made upon the enemy’s works under a heavy fire therefrom in advance of the general assault.

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