Thomas Belcher

For the English cricketer, see Thomas Belcher (cricketer).
Thomas Belcher
Bornc. 1834
Bangor, Maine
DiedMay 22, 1898
Augusta, Maine
Buried
Togus, Maine
Allegiance United States of America
Service / branch United States Army
RankPrivate
UnitMaine 9th Regiment Maine Volunteer Infantry
Battles / warsBattle of Chaffin's Farm
Awards Medal of Honor

Private Thomas Belcher (c. 1834 – May 22, 1898) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Belcher was awarded the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor,[1] for his action during the Battle of Chaffin's Farm in Virginia on 29 September 1864. He was honored with the award on 6 April 1865.[2]

Belcher died on 22 May 1898 and is believed to be buried in Togus, Maine.

Medal of Honor citation

Took a guidon from the hands of the bearer, mortally wounded, and advanced with it nearer to the battery than any other man.[3][4]

See also

References

  1. ^ "U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 12 August 2013.
  2. ^ "Maine Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 12 August 2013.
  3. ^ "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 12 August 2013.
  4. ^ "Military Times Hall of Valor". Retrieved 12 August 2013.