Hampton Thomas

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

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.

Rank: Major
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Army

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