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Michael A. Dillon
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Born (1839-09-29)September 29, 1839
Chelmsford, Massachusetts
Died October 6, 1904(1904-10-06) (aged 65)
Allegiance  United States of America
Service/branch  United States Army
Rank Private
Unit New Hampshire 2nd New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Regiment - Company G
Battles/wars Battle of Williamsburg
Battle of Oak Grove
Awards Medal of Honor

Private Michael A. Dillon (September 29, 1839 to October 6, 1904) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Dillon received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Williamsburg in Virginia on 5 May 1862 and the Battle of Oak Grove in Virginia on 25 June 1862. He was honored with the award on 10 October 1889.

Biography

Dillon was born in Chelmsford, Massachusetts on 29 September 1839. He enlisted into the 2nd New Hampshire Infantry. He died on 6 October 1904 and his remains are interred at the Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia.

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