Emmet Crawford
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Emmet Crawford (December 22, 1844 – January 18, 1886) was an American soldier who rose through the ranks to become an officer. He was most noted for his time spent in the Arizona Territory under General George Crook in the United States Cavalry. He was killed in pursuit of the Apache leader Geronimo in January 1886 in Mexico.
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Emmet Crawford | |
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Born | (1844-12-22)December 22, 1844 Pennsylvania |
Died | January 18, 1886(1886-01-18) (aged 41) near Nacori, Mexico |
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Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1861-1886 |
Rank | Captain |
Unit | 71st Pennsylvania Infantry 3rd U. S. Cavalry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
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