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Civil War
FOURTH REGIMENT INFANTRY
It was here Captain Richard DuPuy fell while gallantly leading his men.
" Colonel Woodbury was everywhere present, and by his example and courage inspired every one with renewed vigor. About half an hour after the action commenced he was mortally wounded, the ball penetrating the head just above the right eye. While being borne from the field his last words were: 'Good bye, boys. ' Captain A. M. Rose was also killed about the same time.
"On the following morning our position was again changed, and about 3 P. M. the enemy appeared in our front in heavy force.
Michigan in the Civil War
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