Henry H. Bickford
Appearance
Henry H. Bickford | |
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Born | Ypsilanti, Michigan | March 13, 1838
Died | May 20, 1917 | (aged 79)
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | ![]() |
Service/ | ![]() Union Army |
Years of service | 1861 - 1865 |
Rank | Quartermaster Sergeant |
Unit | 8th New York Cavalry |
Battles/wars | Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia |
Awards | ![]() |
Henry H. Bickford (March 13, 1838 – May 20, 1917) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography
Bickford enlisted in the Army from Hartland, New York in October 1861. He received the Medal of Honor on March 26, 1865, for his actions at the Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia. He mustered out with his regiment in June 1865.[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Recapture of flag.[2]