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The forward unit of Capron's troop, commanded by
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Allyn Kissam Capron was the first son of Agnes Kissam and
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in 1925. His widow
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785:Engagements
766:Ben Daniels
746:Juan Alamia
306:Silver Star
227:7th Cavalry
187:Before Cuba
154:Silver Star
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