Rank Sergeant | Name Alonzo Smith | |
Born August 9, 1842
Niagara County, New York ( 1842-08-09 ) Died January 17, 1927(1927-01-17) (aged 84) Place of burial Saint Stephens Cemetery, Middleport, New York Allegiance United States of America Service/branch United States Army
Union Army Unit 7th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
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Alonzo Smith (August 9, 1842 - January 17, 1927) was an American soldier who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.
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- Alonzo smith special police officers connected to death of dc teacher
- Alonzo Smith RB Miami OH Career Highlights
- Biography
- Medal of Honor citation
- References
Alonzo Smith, RB, Miami (OH), Career Highlights
Biography
Smith served in the American Civil War in the 7th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment. He received the Medal of Honor on December 1, 1864 for his actions at the Battle of Boydton Plank Road on October 27, 1864.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Capture of flag of 26th North Carolina Infantry (C.S.A.), while outside his lines far from his comrades.
References
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