JB
John B. Babcock
1843 – 1909
John B. Babcock. John was 66 years old.
Service Record
Medal of Honor
16 May 1869 · At Spring Creek, Nebr. · First Lieutenant, 5th U.S. Cavalry.
While serving with a scouting column, this officer's troop was attacked by a vastly superior force of Indians. Advancing to high ground, he dismounted his men, remaining mounted himself to encourage them, and there fought the Indians until relieved, his horse being wounded.
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Foreign awards
Medal of Honor - Army
While serving with a scouting column, this officer's troop was attacked by a vastly superior force of Indians. Advancing to high ground, he dismounted his men, remaining mounted himself to encourage them, and there fought the Indians until relieved, his horse being wounded.
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