How many times was Hayes wounded during the Civil War?
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Rutherford B. Hayes was wounded five times during the Civil War, most seriously at the Battle of South Mountain in 1862. Despite his injuries, he earned a reputation for bravery in combat and was promoted to brevet major general.
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