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Oliver Duff Greene

1833 – 1904

United States Army Medal of Honor recipient

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Lived 1833 – 1904 (aged 71). Oliver Duff Greene was an American military officer.

Oliver Duff (or Davis) Greene (January 25, 1833 – March 19, 1904) was a Union officer who received the Medal of Honor on December 13, 1893, for his action at the Battle of Antietam on September 16, 1862.

Born in Scott, New York, Greene graduated from West Point in 1854, receiving his commission in the artillery. A staff officer for most of his career, he served as Adjutant-General of VI Corps during the Maryland Campaign. A Major at war's end, he was brevetted to brigadier general in March 1865. He received promotions to lieutenant colonel in February 1887, to colonel in July 1892, and retired in January 1897.

Greene was a companion of the California Commandery of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States.

Medal of Honor citation "Formed the columns under heavy fire and put them into position."

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
United States Military Academy
Awards
Medal of Honor; Brevet
Also known as
Oliver Davis Greene, Oliver D. Greene, O. D. Greene

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Oliver Duff Greene?

United States Army Medal of Honor recipient (1833–1904)

When was Oliver Duff Greene born?

Oliver Duff Greene was born on 25 January 1833 in Scott.

When did Oliver Duff Greene die?

Oliver Duff Greene died on 19 March 1904 in San Francisco.

What was Oliver Duff Greene's occupation?

Oliver Duff Greene was a military officer.

What nationality was Oliver Duff Greene?

Oliver Duff Greene was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Oliver Duff Greene

· Wikidata: Q7087505

· DBpedia: Oliver Duff Greene

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