Medal of Honor Recipients

The highest honor an American soldier can recieve, and one which has only been bestowed upon almost 3,400. This blog is to recognize, honor and thank those who have earned the Medal of Honor. It is also to honor and thank every soldier who has ever served in the U.S. Military. For more information go to http://www.history.army.mil/moh.html

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July 31, 2006

Medal of Honor Recipient: Private Wallace A. Beckwith

Rank and organization: Private, Company F, 21st Connecticut Infantry. Place and date: At Fredericksburg, Va., 13 December 1862. Entered service at: New London, Conn. Birth: New London, Conn. Date of issue: 15 February 1897.

Citation: Gallantly responded to a call for volunteers to man a battery, serving with great heroism until the termination of the engagement.

posted by Poison Pero | 7/31/2006