Albert D. Wright
Albert D. Wright
Albert D. Wright (December 10, 1842 - February 15, 1926) was an American soldier who fought in the Union Army in the American Civil War. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions at the Siege of Petersburg. He is buried at Greenwood Cemetery in Eustis, Florida. His medal is stored at Atlanta History Center.[1]
Medal of Honor Citation[]
For extraordinary heroism on 30 July 1864, in action at Petersburg, Virginia. Captain Wright advanced beyond the enemy's lines, capturing a stand of colors and its color guard; was severely wounded.[2]
Date Issued: 1 May, 1893
References[]
- ^ "Albert D. Wright | U.S. Civil War | U.S. Army | Medal of Honor Recipient". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved 2021-05-02.
- ^ "Albert Wright - Recipient -". valor.militarytimes.com. Retrieved 2021-05-02.
Categories:
- American Civil War recipients of the Medal of Honor
- United States Army Medal of Honor recipients
- 1842 births
- 1926 deaths