Allan Houston Dougall (July 17, 1836 – May 22, 1912) was a

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soldier who fought in the

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. Dougall received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the

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, for his action during the

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in North Carolina on March 19, 1865. He was honored with the award on February 16, 1897.

Biography

Dougall was born in

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on July 17, 1836. He enlisted into the 88th Indiana Infantry. He died on May 22, 1912. His remains are interred at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in

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. Dougall was a companion of the Indiana Commandery of the

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Medal of Honor citation

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Biography

Medal of Honor citation

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