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Thompson, John J.

U.S. Army

Thompson, John J.

Thompson, John J.

ConflictCivil War

Year of Action1865

Unit/CommandCompany C, 1st Maryland Infantry

Citation

As color bearer with most conspicuous gallantry preceded his regiment in the assault and planted his flag upon the enemy’s works.

Branch: U.S. Army Conflict: Civil War Year of Action: 1865

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