Thomas D. Collins
Medal of Honor recipient
About Thomas D. Collins
Lived 1847 – 1935 (aged 87). Thomas D. Collins was an American.
Thomas D. Collins (August 14, 1847 – May 26, 1935) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Collins received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Resaca in Georgia on 15 May 1864. He was honored with the award on 14 August 1896.
Biography Collins was born in Neversink, New York on 14 August 1847. He enlisted in the 143rd New York Volunteer Infantry at Liberty, New York. He died on 26 May 1935 in Middletown, New York.
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Who was Thomas D. Collins?
Medal of Honor recipient (1847-1935)
When was Thomas D. Collins born?
Thomas D. Collins was born on 14 August 1847 in Neversink.
When did Thomas D. Collins die?
Thomas D. Collins died on 26 May 1935 in Middletown.
What nationality was Thomas D. Collins?
Thomas D. Collins was American.
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