Rufus Saxton

Brigadier General

1824 – 1908

Brigadier General Rufus Saxton Jr served the U.S. Army. Rufus was 83 years old.

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U.S. Army

Brigadier General

Medal of Honor

26 May 1862 · Brigadier General, U.S. Volunteers. P/ace and date: At Harpers Ferry, W. Va., 26 to 30 May 1862.

Distinguished gallantry and good conduct in the defense.

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Medal of Honor - Army May 26, 1862 · Brigadier General, U.S. Volunteers. P/ace and date: At Harpers Ferry, W. Va., 26 to 30 May 1862.

Distinguished gallantry and good conduct in the defense.

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Brigadier General

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