Private Thomas Belcher (c. 1834 – May 22, 1898) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Belcher was awarded the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor,[1] for his action during the Battle of Chaffin's Farm in Virginia on 29 September 1864. He was honored with the award on 6 April 1865.[2]
Belcher died on 22 May 1898 and is believed to be buried in Togus, Maine.
Medal of Honor citation
Took a guidon from the hands of the bearer, mortally wounded, and advanced with it nearer to the battery than any other man.[3][4]
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References
- ^ "U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 12 August 2013.
- ^ "Maine Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 12 August 2013.
- ^ "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 12 August 2013.
- ^ "Military Times Hall of Valor". Retrieved 12 August 2013.