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Claudius Ballard
1890–1967
United States
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Biography
Claudius Ballard, M.D. (June 14, 1890 – May 1, 1967) was a prominent African- American physician situated in Los Angeles, California. He served in World War I (as a part of the Medical Reserve Corps) in the 370th Infantry. Ballard was the medical officer of the 3rd battalion and was awarded the French Croix de Guerre for his courageous efforts in providing aid for soldiers in the field.
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