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George W. Harris

1835 – 1921
Medal of Honor - Army

George W. Harris served the U.S. Army. George was 85 years old.

Service Record
U.S. Army
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
12 May 1864 · At Spotsylvania, Va. · Private, Company B, 148th Pennsylvania Infantry.

Capture of flag, wresting it from the color bearer and shooting an officer who attempted to regain it.

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Medal of Honor - Army May 12, 1864 · At Spotsylvania, Va. · Private, Company B, 148th Pennsylvania Infantry.
Capture of flag, wresting it from the color bearer and shooting an officer who attempted to regain it.
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