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George L. Banks
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| Born | October 13, 1839 Lake County, Ohio, United States |
| Died | August 20, 1924 (aged 84) |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
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United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1864 |
| Rank | First Sergeant |
| Unit | 15th Indiana Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Missionary Ridge |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
George Lovell Banks (October 13, 1839 - August 20, 1924) was an American soldier. He received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography
Banks was born in Lake County, Ohio October 13, 1839. He served in the American Civil War in the 15th Indiana Infantry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on February 18, 1891 because of his actions at the Battle of Missionary Ridge.
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