U.S. Army
Boehm, Peter MartinConflictCivil War
RankMajor
Year of Action1865
Unit/CommandCompany K, 15th New York Cavalry
BirthplaceAlbany, New York
Citation
While acting as aide to General Custer, took a flag from the hands of color bearer, rode in front of a line that was being driven back and, under a heavy fire, rallied the men, re-formed the line, and repulsed the charge.
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