Thomas Davis (Medal of Honor) facts for kids
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Thomas Davis
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| Born | December 11, 1837 Haverfordwest, Wales |
| Died | March 24, 1919 (aged 81) Maspeth, Queens, New York |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ |
United States Army |
| Years of service | 1863 - 1865 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit |  2nd New York Volunteer Heavy Artillery Regiment - Company C |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Sayler's Creek |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Private Thomas Davis (sometimes spelled Davies) was a brave soldier from Wales. He was born on December 11, 1837, and passed away on March 24, 1919. Thomas Davis fought for the United States during the American Civil War.
He received the Medal of Honor, which is the highest award for bravery a soldier can get in the United States. He earned this special award for his actions during a battle called the Battle of Sayler's Creek. This important battle happened in Virginia on April 6, 1865. Thomas Davis was given his Medal of Honor on May 3, 1865.
Life of Thomas Davis
Thomas Davis was born in a town called Haverfordwest in Wales on December 11, 1837. When he was older, he moved to the United States.
Joining the Army
In December 1863, Thomas Davis decided to join the United States Army. He became a soldier in a group called the 2nd New York Heavy Artillery. This group was part of the Union Army during the American Civil War. He served as a Private in Company C.
Serving in the Civil War
Thomas Davis fought in the Civil War for about two years. The Civil War was a big conflict in the United States from 1861 to 1865. It was fought between the Northern states (the Union) and the Southern states (the Confederacy). Davis was part of the Union Army.
He was involved in the Battle of Sayler's Creek. This battle was one of the last major fights of the Civil War. It happened just a few days before the war ended. His bravery in this battle led to him receiving the Medal of Honor.
After the War
Thomas Davis finished his service with his regiment in September 1865, after the war had ended. He lived for many more years after the war. He passed away on March 24, 1919, when he was 81 years old. His final resting place is at the Mount Olivet Cemetery in New York.
