Bruce Anderson (soldier)
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| Bruce Anderson | |
|---|---|
| 19 June 1845 – 22 August 1922 | |
| Place of birth | Mexico, New York |
| Allegiance | United States Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 142nd New York Volunteer Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War * Second Battle of Fort Fisher |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Bruce Anderson (19 June 1845 – 22 August 1922) was a United States Army soldier and a recipient of America's highest military decoration - the Medal of Honor - for his actions during the American Civil War.
Anderson joined the military from Ephratah, New York. While serving as a Private in Company K of the 142nd New York Volunteer Infantry, he participated in the Second Battle of Fort Fisher. His official Medal of Honor citation states that he "voluntarily advanced with the head of the column and cut down the palisading"[1] on 15 January 1865. His Medal was not presented until 28 December 1914, one of the last Medals of Honor to be presented for Civil War actions.
Anderson is buried in Green Hill Cemetery in Amsterdam, New York.
[edit] References
- ^ Civil War Medal of Honor Recipients - (A-L)
- Bruce Anderson (1845 - 1922). Find a Grave (2001-09-07). Retrieved on 2006-09-18.
- Civil War Medal of Honor Recipients - (A-L). Medal of Honor Citations. U.S. Army Center of Military History (2005-04-27). Retrieved on 2006-09-18.
