Andrew J. Young-Jefferson, PA
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Don.Morfe
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Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient for action at Paines Crossroads, VA on April 5, 1865. He is buried in Jefferson Cemetery, Jefferson, PA.
Waymark Code: WM115J1
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 08/19/2019
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He was born on December 28, 1837 in Morgan Township, PA and died on January 27, 1910 in Jefferson, PA. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: YOUNG, ANDREW J.
• Rank and organization: Sergeant, Company F, 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry
• Place and date: At Paines Crossroads, Va., 5 April 1865
• Entered service at: Carmichaelstown, Pa.
• Date of issue: 3 May 1865
Citation: Capture of flag.
Armed Service: Army
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