Robert Temple Emmet
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Robert Temple Emmet (December 13, 1854 – October 25, 1936) was a United States Army colonel who was a recipient of the Medal of Honor for actions while surrounded by a much larger force. An 1877 graduate of West Point, he served in numerous campaigns on the Western Frontier.
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Robert Temple Emmet | |
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Born | (1854-12-13)December 13, 1854 New York City |
Died | October 25, 1936(1936-10-25) (aged 81) Ashfield, Massachusetts |
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army New York National Guard |
Years of service | 1877–1891, 1898–1899 (Army) 1899–1905 (National Guard) |
Rank | Major (Army) Colonel (National Guard) |
Unit | 9th Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | American Indian Wars |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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