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Assistant Surgeon Andrew Davidson

Date of Award: October 17, 1892
Conflict: Civil War
Branch: U.S. Army

Photo of Medal of HonorAndrew Davidson, a native of Vermont, entered the U.S. Army in Cincinnati, Ohio and became an Assistant Surgeon with the 47th Ohio Infantry. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions at Vicksburg, Mississippi on May 3, 1863.

Citation: "Voluntarily attempted to run the enemy's batteries."

Last Updated: July 11, 2023
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