| Alfred Ramsbottom | |
|---|---|
| Place of birth | Delaware County, Ohio |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch | U.S. Army |
| Rank | First Sergeant |
| Unit |
 Company K, 97th Ohio Infantry |
| Battles/wars |
Battle of Franklin American Civil War |
| Awards |
 Medal of Honor |
First Sergeant Alfred Ramsbottom was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Morrison received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.[1] Ramsbottom's medal was won for his actions in the Battle of Franklin on June 17, 1864. He was honored with the award on February 24, 1865.[1]
Ramsbottom was born in Delaware County, Ohio.[1]
Medal of Honor citation[]
Citation: Captured the flag of the 2d Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.), in a hand-to-hand fight with the color bearer.[1]
See also[]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Civil War (M-P) Medal of Honor Recipients". http://www.history.army.mil/moh/civilwar_mr.html#RAMSBOTTOM. Retrieved June 8, 2014.
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