Joseph S. Hedges

First Lieutenant

1836 – 1910

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First Lieutenant Joseph S. Hedges served the U.S. Army. Joseph was 74 years old.

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Medal of Honor Recipient Joseph S. Hedges

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U.S. Army

First Lieutenant

Medal of Honor

17 December 1864 · Near Harpeth River, Tenn. · First Lieutenant, 4th U.S. Cavalry.

At the head of his regiment charged a field battery with strong infantry supports, broke the enemy's line and, with other mounted troops, captured 3 guns and many prisoners.

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Medal of Honor - Army December 17, 1864 · Near Harpeth River, Tenn. · First Lieutenant, 4th U.S. Cavalry.

At the head of his regiment charged a field battery with strong infantry supports, broke the enemy's line and, with other mounted troops, captured 3 guns and many prisoners.

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