| Alexander M. Beattie | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 29, 1828 |
| Died | March 7, 1907 (aged 78) |
| Place of birth | Ryegate, Vermont |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch |
U.S. Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1864 |
| Rank |
 Captain |
| Unit | Company F, 3rd Vermont Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Alexander Mitchell Beattie (often misspelled Beatty) (July 29, 1828 - March 7, 1907) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography[]
Beatty served in the American Civil War in the 3rd Vermont Infantry for the Union Army from June 1861 until July 1864.[1] He received the Medal of Honor on April 25, 1894 for his actions at the Battle of Cold Harbor.
Medal of Honor citation[]
Citation:
Removed, under a hot fire, a wounded member of his command to a place of safety.[2]
See also[]
References[]
External links[]
- Alexander M. Beatty at Hall of Valor
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