Norman F. Bates
Medal of Honor recipient
About Norman F. Bates
Lived 1839 – 1915 (aged 75).
Norman Francis Bates (November 6, 1839 - October 16, 1915) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography Bates served in the American Civil War in the 4th Iowa Cavalry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on June 17, 1865 for his actions at Columbus, Georgia.
Medal of Honor citation Citation:
Capture of flag and bearer
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Who was Norman F. Bates?
Medal of Honor recipient (1839-1915)
When was Norman F. Bates born?
Norman F. Bates was born on 6 November 1839 in Londonderry.
When did Norman F. Bates die?
Norman F. Bates died on 16 October 1915.
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