| Thomas D. Collins | |
|---|---|
| Born | (1847-08-14)August 14, 1847 Neversink, New York |
| Died | May 26, 1935(1935-05-26) (aged 87) Middletown, New York |
| Buried | Hillside Cemetery, Middletown, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861-1865 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit |  143rd Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry - Company H |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Thomas D. Collins (August 14, 1847 - May 26, 1935) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Collins received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Resaca in Georgia on 15 May 1864. He was honored with the award on 14 August 1896.
Biography
Collins was born in Neversink, New York on 14 August 1847. He enlisted in the 143rd New York Volunteer Infantry at Liberty, Sullivan County in New York. He died on 26 May 1935 and his remains are interred at Hillside Cemetery in Middletown, New York.
Medal of Honor citation
Captured a regimental flag of the enemy.
See also
References
- ^ "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 28 October 2013.
- ^ "Thomas D. Collins". Retrieved 28 October 2013.
- "Thomas D. Collins Sr. (1847-1935) - Find a Grave". Find a Grave.