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Henry A McMasters

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Henry A McMasters

Birth
Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine, USA
Death
11 Nov 1872 (aged 23–24)
Fort Griffin, Shackelford County, Texas, USA
Burial
San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, USA
Plot
Section D, Grave 729
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Indian Wars Medal of Honor Recipient. Born in Augusta, Maine, he served as a Corporal in Company A, 4th US Cavalry. During fierce combat with the Mow-Wi Tribe of Comanche at Red River, Texas, on September 29, 1872, Corporal McMasters showed great bravery in the face of the enemy. For gallantry in action, he was awarded the Medal of Honor.
Indian Wars Medal of Honor Recipient. Born in Augusta, Maine, he served as a Corporal in Company A, 4th US Cavalry. During fierce combat with the Mow-Wi Tribe of Comanche at Red River, Texas, on September 29, 1872, Corporal McMasters showed great bravery in the face of the enemy. For gallantry in action, he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith

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  • Added: Oct 26, 2000
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  • Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/18128/henry_a-mcmasters: accessed ), memorial page for Henry A McMasters (1848–11 Nov 1872), Find a Grave Memorial ID 18128, citing San Antonio National Cemetery, San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, USA; Maintained by Find a Grave.