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George C. Platt

1842 – 1912
Medal of Honor - Army

George C. Platt served the U.S. Army. George was 70 years old.

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Medal of Honor Recipient George C. Platt
Medal of Honor Recipient George C. Platt
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U.S. Army
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
3 July 1863 · At Fairfield, Pa., 3 July 63. · Private, Troop H, 6th U.S. Cavalry.

Seized the regimental flag upon the death of the standard bearer in a hand_to_hand fight and prevented it from falling into the hands of the enemy.

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Medal of Honor - Army July 3, 1863 · At Fairfield, Pa., 3 July 63. · Private, Troop H, 6th U.S. Cavalry.
Seized the regimental flag upon the death of the standard bearer in a hand_to_hand fight and prevented it from falling into the hands of the enemy.
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