James M. Schoonmaker

Colonel

1842 – 1927

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Colonel James M. Schoonmaker served the U.S. Army. James was 85 years old.

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Medal of Honor Recipient James M. Schoonmaker

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U.S. Army

Colonel

Medal of Honor

19 September 1864 · At Winchester, Va. · Colonel, 14th Pennsylvania Cavalry.

At a critical period, gallantly led a cavalry charge against the left of the enemy's line of battle, drove the enemy out of his works, and captured many prisoners.

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Medal of Honor - Army September 19, 1864 · At Winchester, Va. · Colonel, 14th Pennsylvania Cavalry.

At a critical period, gallantly led a cavalry charge against the left of the enemy's line of battle, drove the enemy out of his works, and captured many prisoners.

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