The 19th century continues being under-represented as we head into colder weather because it was at this time the armies of the Civil War and the Army of the Plains and Plains Indians moved into winter quarters. There are still fights, raids, and skirmishes, but for the most part the combatants at this point just fought General Winter, a tough opponent in his own right. There are three Medals, 2 posthumous, awarded on this day - one each for the Philippine Insurrection, WWII, and Vietnam. Philippine Insurrection.BELL, HARRYRank and organization: Captain, 36th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers. Place and date: Near Porac,...
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