Alfred Ramsbottom

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Born1831 (1831)
South Zanesville, Muskingham County, Ohio
DiedApril 14, 1893(1893-04-14) (aged 61–62)
Hamilton County, Ohio
Buried
Roseville, Muskingum County, Ohio
Alfred Ransbottom
Born1831 (1831)
South Zanesville, Muskingham County, Ohio
DiedApril 14, 1893(1893-04-14) (aged 61–62)
Hamilton County, Ohio
Buried
Roseville, Muskingum County, Ohio
Allegiance United States of America
Branch United States Army
RankFirst Sergeant
UnitOhio Company K, 97th Ohio Infantry
Battles / warsBattle of Franklin
American Civil War
Awards Medal of Honor

First Sergeant Alfred Ramsbottom (1831 – April 14, 1893) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Ramsbottom 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]

Citation: Captured the flag of the 2d Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.), in a hand-to-hand fight with the color bearer.[1]

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