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Benjamin Thackrah
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Quick facts
Gender:
Male
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Birth:
13 August 1845(Scotland, United Kingdom)
Death:
20 May 1912
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The details
Biography
Introduction
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 Fort Gates, Florida, on April 1, 1864.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Was a volunteer in the surprise and capture of the enemy's picket.