John S. Hurt (1893-1966) was a
pioneer blues and folk guitarist.
Self-taught, Hurt rarely left his
home at Avalon, where he worked
as a farmer. Although he recorded
several songs in 1928, including
"Avalon Blues" and "Frankie,
he lived in . . . — — Map (db m160396) HM
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World-renowned master of the acoustic guitar John Hurt, an important figure in the 1960s folk blues revival, spent most of his life doing farm work around Avalon in Carroll County and performing for parties and local gatherings. . . . — — Map (db m160397) HM
The Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Services of the United States of America. Sgt. Pittman earned this medal by his actions in Korea on 26 . . . — — Map (db m62805) WM
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