John P. Yount

1849 – 1872

John P. Yount served the U.S. Army. John was 23 years old.

Service Record

U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

5 May 1871 · At Whetstone Mountains, Ariz. · Private, Company F, 3d U.S. Cavalry.

Gallantry in action with Indians.

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Medal of Honor - Army May 5, 1871 · At Whetstone Mountains, Ariz. · Private, Company F, 3d U.S. Cavalry.

Gallantry in action with Indians.

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