George Green
American soldier of the American Civil War, recipient of the Medal of Honor
About George Green
Lived 1840 – 1898 (aged 57).
George Green (July 16, 1840 – February 10, 1898) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Green received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Green's medal was won for his actions in the Battle of Missionary Ridge, Chattanooga, Tennessee, on November 25, 1863.
Green was born in Elsham, England. He joined the US Army from Columbus, Ohio in April 1861, and mustered out with his regiment in June 1864. He was buried in Troy, Ohio.
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Who was George Green?
American soldier of the American Civil War, recipient of the Medal of Honor (1840-1898)
When was George Green born?
George Green was born on 16 July 1840 in Elsham.
When did George Green die?
George Green died on 10 February 1898 in Ohio.
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