Benjamin Thackrah
Benjamin Thackrah | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 13, 1845 Scotland |
| Died | May 20, 1912 (aged 66) |
| Place of burial | Saint Mary's Cemetery, Fort Johnson, New York |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |  United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 115th New York Infantry |
| Battles/wars | |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Benjamin Thackrah (August 13, 1845 - May 20, 1912) was a Scottish soldier who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.
Biography[]
Thackrah served in the American Civil War in the 115th New York Infantry. He received the Medal of Honor on May 2, 1890 for his actions near on April 1, 1864.
Medal of Honor citation[]
Citation:
Was a volunteer in the surprise and capture of the enemy's picket.[1]
See also[]
- List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: T-Z
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Categories:
- 1845 births
- 1912 deaths
- Union Army soldiers
- United States Army Medal of Honor recipients
- American Civil War recipients of the Medal of Honor