James B. Dozier
American civilian scout
About James B. Dozier
Lived 1820 – 1901 (aged 80–81).
James Bell Dozier, also known as James Doshier, was born in Warren County, Tennessee on May 2, 1820, and died in 1901.
He is one of only eight civilian recipients of the Medal of Honor. As a civilian scout during the Indian Wars, he received the award "for gallantry in action and on the march."
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Who was James B. Dozier?
American civilian scout
When was James B. Dozier born?
James B. Dozier was born on 2 May 1820 in Warren County.
When did James B. Dozier die?
James B. Dozier died in 1901.
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