Archibald Molbone facts for kids
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Archibald Molbone
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| Born | May 3, 1840 Coventry, Rhode Island |
| Died | February 28, 1912 (aged 71) Scituate, Rhode Island |
| Place of burial |
Burton Potter Cemetery, Scituate, Rhode Island
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| Allegiance |  United States |
| Service/ |
United States Army |
| Years of service | 1862–1865 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit |  Battery G, 1st Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Petersburg |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Archibald Molbone (1840-1912) was a brave soldier from Rhode Island. He fought in the American Civil War. He earned the special Medal of Honor for being a hero during a battle. His real last name was "Malbone."
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About Archibald Molbone
Archibald Molbone was born in Coventry, Rhode Island. His birthday was May 3, 1840. His parents were John Malbone and Huldah Corey.
Joining the Army
Archibald lived in West Greenwich, Rhode Island. In 1862, he decided to join the Union Army. He became a soldier on August 11, 1862.
He joined a group called Battery C, 1st Rhode Island Light Artillery. This group used cannons in battles. While serving there, he was promoted to a new rank. He became a corporal, which is a junior leader.
Heroic Actions
Later, on December 29, 1864, Archibald moved to a different group. This new group was Battery G, 1st Rhode Island Light Artillery. On the same day, he was promoted again. He became a sergeant, a higher leadership rank.
Sergeant Molbone fought in a very important battle. It was the Battle of Petersburg in Virginia. This battle happened on April 2, 1865.
During this fight, Archibald showed great courage. He was one of 20 special artillerymen chosen for a dangerous mission. They went with infantry soldiers (foot soldiers) to attack. They captured enemy cannons. Then, they quickly turned these cannons around. They used them against the Confederate soldiers.
For his bravery, Archibald Molbone received the Medal of Honor. This is the highest award a soldier can get for heroism. He received it on June 20, 1866. He finished his service as a sergeant on June 24, 1865.
Life After the War
After the war, Archibald Molbone settled down. By 1870, he lived in Coventry, Rhode Island. He worked as a farm laborer.
Later, around 1885, he moved to Scituate, Rhode Island. He was married to Mary Frances Marcure. They had four children together: one son and three daughters.
Sergeant Archibald Molbone passed away on February 28, 1912. He is buried in the Burton Potter Cemetery. This cemetery is in Scituate, Rhode Island.
Why His Name Is Spelled Differently
You might see Archibald's last name spelled in different ways. On official records, like census papers, it's often "Archibald Malbone." His grave marker even says "Archibald Malbourne."
However, on the list of Medal of Honor winners, it's "Archibald Molbone." It's likely that the different spellings are just mistakes. Sometimes, names were written down incorrectly by accident.
