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U.S. Army
Thompson, James B.
Thompson, James B.
ConflictCivil War
RankFirst Sergeant
Year of Action1863
Unit/CommandCompany G, 1st Pennsylvania Rifles
HometownPennsylvania
Citation

Capture of flag of 15th Georgia Infantry (C.S.A.).

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

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