Kelsay
Kelsay was an Indian scout serving in the United States Army during the Indian Wars who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Kelsay | |
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Born | Arizona |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army |
Unit | Indian Scouts |
Battles/wars | Indian Wars |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Kelsay was born in Arizona and after entering the army served as a scout in the Indian Wars. He received the Medal of Honor for "engagements with Apaches".[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Indian Scouts. Place and date: Winter of 1872–73. Entered service at:------. Birth: Arizona. Date of issue: 12 April 1875.
Citation:
Gallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.[1]
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References
- "Indian Wars; Kelsay". Medal of Honor recipients, Indian Wars. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Retrieved September 15, 2010.
External links
- "Kelsay". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved September 15, 2010.
- Don Morfe (November 14, 2009). "Kelsay". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved September 15, 2010.
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