Citations and memorials of Louis Hill, 1918-1924.

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Citations and memorials of Louis Hill, 1918-1924.

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Citations and memorials issued to Louis Hill, a Brainerd native, following his death in France during World War I. Hill served in the 5th Regiment, U. S. Marine Corps. Includes citations and memorials from the Marine Corps, U. S. government, U. S. Army American Expeditionary Forces, State of Minnesota, and the French government. He was awarded the Croix-de-Guerre and bronze and scarlet stars by the French. Also letters forwarding the citations to his sister, Carrie McKay, and clippings detailing his funeral and burial in Brainerd.

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Minnesota Historical Society, Division of Archives and Manuscripts

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