Andrew Davidson (Army surgeon) facts for kids
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Andrew Davidson
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Davidson in 1895
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| Born | July 1, 1819 Middlebury, Vermont |
| Died | June 30, 1901 (aged 81) Lancaster, Ohio |
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Forest Rose Cemetery
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| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |
 United States Army |
| Years of service | 1863 |
| Rank | Assistant Surgeon |
| Unit |  47th Ohio Volunteer Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Vicksburg |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Assistant Surgeon Andrew Davidson (July 1, 1819 – June 30, 1901) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Davidson received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Vicksburg in Mississippi on 3 May 1863. He was honored with the award on 17 October 1892.
Biography
Davidson was born in Middlebury, Vermont, on 1 July 1819. He enlisted into the 47th Ohio Infantry. He died on 30 June 1901 and his remains are interred at the Forest Rose Cemetery in Ohio.
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