U.S. Army
Truell, Edwin M.ConflictCivil War
RankFirst Lieutenant
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandCompany E, 12th Wisconsin Infantry
HometownLowell, Massachusetts
Citation
Although severely wounded in a charge, he remained with the regiment until again severely wounded, losing his leg.
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