Alonzo Smith
American soldier
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Alonzo Smith (August 9, 1842 - January 17, 1927) was an American soldier who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.
BornAugust 9, 1842
DiedJanuary 17, 1927 (aged 84)
Burial place
Saint Stephens Cemetery, Middleport, New YorkAllegianceUnited States of America
Alonzo Smith | |
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Medal of Honor winner Alonzo Smith 1862 | |
| Born | August 9, 1842 |
| Died | January 17, 1927 (aged 84) |
Burial place | Saint Stephens Cemetery, Middleport, New York |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch | United States Army Union Army |
Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 7th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
Conflicts | Battle of Boydton Plank Road |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography
Smith served in the American Civil War in the 7th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment. He received the Medal of Honor on December 1, 1864 for his actions at the Battle of Boydton Plank Road on October 27, 1864.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Capture of flag of 26th North Carolina Infantry (C.S.A.), while outside his lines far from his comrades.[1]
