Albert A. Clapp

First Sergeant Albert Adams Clapp (May 1, 1841, to May 8, 1911) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Clapp received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Sayler's Creek in Virginia on 6 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 24 April 1865.[1][2]

Albert A. Clapp
Born(1841-05-01)May 1, 1841
Pompey, New York
DiedMay 8, 1911(1911-05-08) (aged 70)
Buried
San Gabriel Cemetery
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
RankFirst Sergeant
Unit 2nd Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Cavalry - Company G
Awards Medal of Honor

Biography

Clapp was born in Pompey, New York, on 1 May 1841. He enlisted into the 2nd Ohio Cavalry. He died on 8 May 1911 and his remains are interred at the San Gabriel Cemetery in California.

Medal of Honor citation

Capture of battle flag of the 8th Florida Infantry (Confederate States of America).[1][2]

See also

References

  1. "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 27 October 2013.
  2. "Albert Adams Clapp". Archived from the original on 2013-10-29. Retrieved 27 October 2013.
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