About Albert Marsh
Lived 1831 – 1895 (aged 64). Albert Marsh was an American military personnel.
Albert Marsh (February 15, 1831 – February 17, 1895) was a sergeant in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the American Civil War.
Marsh joined the Union Army from Randolph, New York, in August 1861. He fought in the Battles of Fair Oaks (aka Seven Pines), Gettysburg, and Spotsylvania, and was wounded each time. He was mustered out in September 1864.
He died February 17, 1895, and is buried in Randolph Cemetery, Randolph, New York.
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Sergeant, Company B, 64th New York Infantry. Place and date: At Spotsylvania, Va., May 12, 1864. Entered service at: Randolph, N.Y. Birth: Cattaraugus County, N.Y. Date of issue: December 1, 1864.
Citation:
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Who was Albert Marsh?
United States Army Medal of Honor recipient (1831–1895)
When was Albert Marsh born?
Albert Marsh was born on 15 February 1831 in Cattaraugus County.
When did Albert Marsh die?
Albert Marsh died on 17 February 1895.
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Albert Marsh was a military personnel.
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Albert Marsh was American.
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· DBpedia: Albert Marsh (Medal of Honor)
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