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Swanson presents resolution honoring Galesburg Civil War soldiers

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State Representative Daniel Swanson (IL) | Representative Dan Swanson (R) 71st District

State Representative Daniel Swanson (IL) | Representative Dan Swanson (R) 71st District

State Representative Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) and a group of leaders from Galesburg presented a resolution in the Illinois House on Tuesday. The resolution honors twelve soldiers from Galesburg who served with the 54th Massachusetts during the Civil War.

The 54th Massachusetts is renowned for its role in fighting for freedom, and these twelve soldiers are recognized for their contributions.

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