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Julius D. Rhodes

Private
1841 – 1906
Medal of Honor - Army
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Private Julius D. Rhodes served the U.S. Army. Julius was 64 years old.

Service Record
U.S. Army
Private
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
28 August 1862 · At Thoroughfare Gap, Va., 28 August 1862. At Bull Run, Va., 30 August 1862. · Private, Company F, 5th New York Cavalry.

After having had his horse shot under him in the fight at Thoroughfare Gap, Va., he voluntarily joined the 105th New York Volunteers and was conspicuous in the advance on the enemy's lines. Displayed gallantry in the advance on the skirmish line at Bull Run, Va., where he was wounded.

Awards & Decorations 1

For valor

Medal of Honor - Army August 28, 1862 · At Thoroughfare Gap, Va., 28 August 1862. At Bull Run, Va., 30 August 1862. · Private, Company F, 5th New York Cavalry.
After having had his horse shot under him in the fight at Thoroughfare Gap, Va., he voluntarily joined the 105th New York Volunteers and was conspicuous in the advance on the enemy's lines. Displayed gallantry in the advance on the skirmish line at Bull Run, Va., where he was wounded.
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