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First Sergeant Alfred Ramsbottom was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Ramsbottom received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.[1] Ramsbottom's medal was won for his actions in the Battle of Franklin on June 17, 1864. He was honored with the award on February 24, 1865.[1]
Alfred Ransbottom | |
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| Born | 1831 South Zanesville, Muskingham County, Ohio |
| Died | April 14, 1893 Hamilton County, Ohio |
| Buried | Roseville, Muskingum County, Ohio |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |  United States Army |
| Rank | First Sergeant |
| Unit |  Company K, 97th Ohio Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Franklin American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Ramsbottom was born in Delaware County, Ohio.[1]
Medal of Honor citation edit
Citation: Captured the flag of the 2d Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.), in a hand-to-hand fight with the color bearer.[1]
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References edit
- ^ a b c d "Civil War (M-P) Medal of Honor Recipients". Archived from the original on November 11, 2020. Retrieved June 8, 2014.
- ^ The captured flag in 1905 was among C.S.A. flags returned to Southern states-although it was listed as flag of "Unknown" Missouri regiment.See Returned Confederate flags and Returned Confederate Flags
