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Beginning #OTD in 1863, Colonel Henry A. Barnum led the 149th NY Infantry in the Battle of Lookout Mountain. Despite an arm wound, Barnum led the regiment in their successful assault, and was later awarded the #MedalofHonor. #CivilWar
Rank & organization: Colonel, 149th New York Infantry. Place & date: At Chattanooga, TN, Nov 23, 1863. Date of issue: July 1889.

“Although suffering severely from wounds, he led his regiment, inciting the men to greater action by word and example until again severely wounded.”
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