Benjamin H. Cheever

1850 – 1930

Benjamin H. Cheever JR served the U.S. Army. Benjamin was 80 years old.

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U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

1 January 1891 · At White River, S. Dak. · First Lieutenant, 6th U.S. Cavalry.

Headed the advance across White River partly frozen, in a spirited movement to the effective assistance of Troop K, 6th U.S. Cavalry.

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Medal of Honor - Army January 1, 1891 · At White River, S. Dak. · First Lieutenant, 6th U.S. Cavalry.

Headed the advance across White River partly frozen, in a spirited movement to the effective assistance of Troop K, 6th U.S. Cavalry.

Burial Information

Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery

Section 1

Grave 421

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