Samuel Nicholl Benjamin facts for kids
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Samuel Nicoll Benjamin
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Samuel Nicoll Benjamin
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| Born | January 3, 1839 New York City |
| Died | May 15, 1886 (aged 47) Governors Island, New York |
| Place of burial |
Cemetery of Saint Phillip's Church, Garrison, New York
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| Allegiance |  United States of AmericaUnion |
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 United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1886 |
| Rank |  Major Brevet Lieutenant Colonel |
| Commands held | 2nd U.S. Artillery, Battery E Chief of Artillery, IX Corps |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War: • Battle of Blackburn's Ford • First Battle of Bull Run • Peninsular Campaign • Northern Virginia Campaign • Maryland Campaign • Battle of Fredericksburg • Vicksburg Campaign • East Tennessee Campaign • Overland Campaign • Battle of the Wilderness • Battle of Spotsylvania Court House |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Samuel Nicoll Benjamin (born January 3, 1839 – died May 15, 1886) was a brave officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He was honored with the Medal of Honor for his actions.
Early Life and Education
Samuel Nicoll Benjamin was born in New York City on January 3, 1839. His parents were William Massena Benjamin and Sarah Jane Benjamin.
He studied at the United States Military Academy in West Point. He graduated in 1861, just as the Civil War was beginning.
Military Career
During the American Civil War, Samuel Benjamin fought in many important battles. He was part of the Union Army, which fought to keep the United States together.
Some of the major battles and campaigns he participated in include:
- Battle of Blackburn's Ford
- First Battle of Bull Run
- Peninsular Campaign
- Northern Virginia Campaign
- Maryland Campaign
- Battle of Fredericksburg
- Vicksburg Campaign
- East Tennessee Campaign
- Overland Campaign, which included the Battle of the Wilderness and the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House
After the Civil War ended, Samuel Benjamin continued his service. He worked at West Point. He also served in the Adjutant General Corps, which helps manage the army's records and personnel.
