James M. Cutts
Captain James Madison Cutts Jr. (October 20, 1837 - February 24, 1903) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Cutts received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the Battles of the Wilderness, Spotsylvania and Petersburg in Virginia in May and June 1864. He was honored with the award on 2 May 1891.
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The Evening Star (Washington, DC), February 25, 1903 | |
| Born | October 20, 1837 Washington, D.C. |
| Died | February 24, 1903 (aged 65) Washington, D.C. |
| Buried | Arlington National Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army Infantry |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1868 |
| Rank | Captain Brevet Lieutenant Colonel |
| Unit | 1st Battalion, 11th Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
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