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Rank and organization:   Colonel, 4th Pennsylvania Militia. Place and date: At Bull Run, Va., 21 July 1861.

Entered service at:   Norristown, Pa. Born: 16 December 1830, New Hanover Township, Montgomery County, Pa. Date of issue: 26 August 1886.

Citation:   Voluntarily served as an aide and participated in the battle after expiration of his term of service, distinguishing himself in rallying several regiments which had been thrown into confusion.

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