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Joseph Cyrus Bradfield

1889–1936

United States

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Joseph Cyrus Bradfield, M.D. (February 19, 1889 – April 11, 1936) was a prominent African-American physician situated in Lima, Ohio, well known for his civic commitment to the Lima community. The Bradfield Community Center in Lima was named after him for all his efforts towards the African American community. He was also a member of the NAACP. He served in World War I (as a part of the Medical Reserve Corps) in the 92nd Division, working primarily in the 365th Field Hospital.

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