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U.S. Army
Welch, Stephen
Welch, Stephen
ConflictCivil War
RankCaptain
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandCompany C, 154th New York Infantry
HometownGroton, New York
Citation

Risked his life in rescuing a wounded comrade under fire of the enemy.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Civil WarYear of Action: 1864

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