Reed, James C. - The National Medal of Honor Museum

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U.S. Army

Reed, James C.

ConflictIndian Campaigns

Year of Action1868

Unit/Command8th U.S. Cavalry, Company A

Citation

Defended his position (with 3 others) against a party of 17 hostile Indians under heavy fire at close quarters, the entire party except himself being severely wounded.

Branch: U.S. Army Conflict: Indian Campaigns Year of Action: 1868

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