Richard N. Batchelder

1832 – 1901

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Richard N. Batchelder served the U.S. Army. Richard was 68 years old.

Keepsakes

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Service Record

U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

13 October 1863 · Between Catlett and Fairfax Stations, Va., 13-15 October 1863. · Lieutenant Colonel and Chief Quartermaster, 2d Corps.

Being ordered to move his trains by a continuous day-and-night march, and without the usual military escort, armed his teamsters and personally commanded them, successfully fighting against heavy odds and bringing his trains through without the loss of a wagon.

Awards & Decorations 1

For valor

Medal of Honor - Army October 13, 1863 · Between Catlett and Fairfax Stations, Va., 13-15 October 1863. · Lieutenant Colonel and Chief Quartermaster, 2d Corps.

Burial Information

Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery

Section 2

Grave 998

In Our Keeping

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