Gallantry at Missionary Ridge

By MI Digital February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

By Evan Phifer At Missionary Ridge on November 25, 1863, Maj. Ruel M. Johnson assumed command of the 100th Indiana Infantry after its commander, Lt. Col. Albert Heath, received a severe wound.

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