Sidney W. Thaxter

1839 – 1898

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Sidney W. Thaxter served the U.S. Army. Sidney was 59 years old.

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Medal of Honor Recipient Sidney W. Thaxter

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U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

27 October 1864 · At Hatchers Run, Va. · Major, 1st Maine Cavalry.

Voluntarily remained and participated in the battle with conspicuous gallantry, although his term of service had expired and he had been ordered home to be mustered out.

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Medal of Honor - Army October 27, 1864 · At Hatchers Run, Va. · Major, 1st Maine Cavalry.

Voluntarily remained and participated in the battle with conspicuous gallantry, although his term of service had expired and he had been ordered home to be mustered out.

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