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Machol
Born Arizona
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Rank Private
Unit Indian Scouts
Battles/wars Indian Wars
Awards Medal of Honor

Machol was a private serving as an Indian Scout in the United States Army during the Indian Wars who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.

Biography

Machol was born in Arizona and after entering the army served as a scout in the Indian Wars. He received the Medal of Honor for "engagements with Apaches".

Burial

His date and place of death are unknown. A cenotaph in his honor is maintained at the Arizona Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Marana, Pima County, Arizona.

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