Hampton S. Thomas

Major

1837 – 1899

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Major Hampton S. Thomas served the U.S. Army. Hampton was 61 years old.

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Medal of Honor Recipient Hampton S. Thomas

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U.S. Army

Major

Medal of Honor

5 April 1865 · At Amelia Springs, Va. · Major, 1st Pennsylvania Veteran Cavalry.

Conspicuous gallantry in the capture of a field battery and a number of battle flags and in the destruction of the enemy's wagon train. Maj. Thomas lost a leg in this action.

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Medal of Honor - Army April 5, 1865 · At Amelia Springs, Va. · Major, 1st Pennsylvania Veteran Cavalry.

Conspicuous gallantry in the capture of a field battery and a number of battle flags and in the destruction of the enemy's wagon train. Maj. Thomas lost a leg in this action.

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