John S. Lawton

1858 – 1909

John S. Lawton served the U.S. Army. John was 51 years old.

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U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

29 October 1879 · At Milk River, Colo. · Sergeant, Company D, 5th U.S. Cavalry.

Coolness and steadiness under fire; volunteered to accompany a small detachment on a very dangerous mission.

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Medal of Honor - Army October 29, 1879 · At Milk River, Colo. · Sergeant, Company D, 5th U.S. Cavalry.

Coolness and steadiness under fire; volunteered to accompany a small detachment on a very dangerous mission.

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