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About Benoni Strivson
The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private Benoni Strivson, United States Army, for bravery in scouts and actions against Indians from August to October 1868, while serving with Company B, 8th U.S. Cavalry, in action in Arizona Territory.
General Orders: Date of Issue: July 24, 1869
Action Date: August - October, 1868
Service: Army
Rank: Private
Company: Company B
Division: 8th U.S. Cavalry
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Benoni Strivson's Timeline
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1831
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Overton, Tennessee, United States
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| 1870 |
December 15, 1870
Age 39
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Stockton, San Joaquin County, California, United States
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Stockton Rural Cemetery, Stockton, San Joaquin County, California, United States
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