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An Autobiography · Character

General Sumner

Cavalry officer in the Spanish-American War.

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Also known as Sumner, Brigadier-General Sam Sumner, General Sumner

First appearance: vii the war of america the unready

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In Appendix B: Major-General Samuel S. Sumner; recommended Roosevelt for a Medal of Honor and gave instructions to hold the front…

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