Thomas W. Hamilton
Recipient of an American Civil War Medal of Honor
About Thomas W. Hamilton
Lived 1833 – 1869 (aged 35–36).
Thomas W. Hamilton (1833–1869) was born in 1833 in Scotland, but later moved to Weymouth, Massachusetts. Hamilton fought in the American Civil War for the Union, and was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions while quartermaster aboard the . During the attack on the Vicksburg batteries, May 27, 1863, Hamilton, though severely wounded, returned to his post and had to be sent below.
After serving in the military, Hamilton served in the merchant marine. On April 7, 1869, he died of consumption while serving aboard a merchant vessel in the Atlantic Ocean, and was buried at sea.
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Who was Thomas W. Hamilton?
recipient of an American Civil War Medal of Honor
When was Thomas W. Hamilton born?
Thomas W. Hamilton was born in 1833 in Scotland.
When did Thomas W. Hamilton die?
Thomas W. Hamilton died on 7 April 1869.
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