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George L. Banks
1839 – 1924
George L. Banks served the U.S. Army. George was 84 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Army
Medal of Honor
25 November 1863 · At Missionary Ridge, Tenn. · Sergeant, Company C, 15th Indiana Infantry.
As color bearer, led his regiment in the assault, and, though wounded, carried the nag forward to the enemy's works, where he was again wounded. In a brigade of 8 regiments this flag was the first planted on the parapet.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Army
As color bearer, led his regiment in the assault, and, though wounded, carried the nag forward to the enemy's works, where he was again wounded. In a brigade of 8 regiments this flag was the first planted on the parapet.
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