Andrew Jackson Smith (Medal of Honor)
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Andrew Jackson Smith (September 3, 1843 – March 4, 1932) served as a soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War and received America's highest military decoration, the Congressional Medal of Honor, for his action in the Battle of Honey Hill.
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Andrew Jackson Smith | |
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Born | (1843-09-03)September 3, 1843 United States |
Died | March 4, 1932(1932-03-04) (aged 88) Livingston County, Kentucky, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1862–1865 |
Rank | Color Sergeant |
Unit | 55th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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