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Service Profile
- Branch
- U.S. Army
- Rank
- Private
- Service Era
- American Indian Wars
- Medals Recorded
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Awards & Decorations
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Biography
He earned the Medal of Honor at Lynx Creek
David Goodman was born in Paxton, Massachusetts, in 1846. By 1869 he was a private in Company L, 8th U.S. Cavalry, serving in Arizona Territory.
On 14 October 1869, Goodman distinguished himself in fighting at Lynx Creek. Two other men from his company, John Raerick and John F. Rowalt, also received the Medal of Honor for the same engagement. Goodman's citation recorded his bravery without detailing his movements during the fight.
The Army issued Goodman's Medal of Honor on 3 March 1870. The award was accredited to Boston, Massachusetts. His subsequent service and place of burial have not been established.
Medal of Honor citation
Bravery in action.
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