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U.S. Army
Walker, James C.
Walker, James C.
ConflictCivil War
RankColor Sergeant
Year of Action1863
Unit/CommandCompany K, 31st Ohio Infantry
HometownHarmony, Ohio
Citation

After 2 color bearers had fallen, seized the flag and carried it forward, assisting in the capture of a battery. Shortly thereafter he captured the flag of the 41st Alabama and the color bearer.

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

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