Alonzo Smith

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.

Alonzo Smith
Medal of Honor winner Alonzo Smith 1862
Born(1842-08-09)August 9, 1842
Niagara County, New York
DiedJanuary 17, 1927(1927-01-17) (aged 84)
Place of burial
Saint Stephens Cemetery, Middleport, New York
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service/branchUnited States Army
Union Army
RankSergeant
Unit7th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment
Battles/warsBattle 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]

See also

  • List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: Q-S

References

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