Alexander M. Beatty
Alexander Mitchell Beattie (often misspelled Beatty) (July 29, 1828 – March 7, 1907) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Alexander M. Beattie | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 29, 1828 Ryegate, Vermont |
| Died | March 7, 1907 (aged 78) |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |  United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Years of service | 1861 – 1864 |
| Rank |  Captain |
| Unit | .svg.png.webp){kind=small} 3rd Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry - Company F |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography
Beatty served in the American Civil War in the 3rd Vermont Infantry for the Union Army from June 1861 until July 1864.[1] He received the Medal of Honor on April 25, 1894, for his actions at the Battle of Cold Harbor. Captain Beattie was a companion of the Vermont Commandery of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Removed, under a hot fire, a wounded member of his command to a place of safety.[2]
References
- "Lt Alexander Mitchell Beattie (Beatty)". antietam.aotw.org.
- "Captain BEATTY, ALEXANDER M., U.S. Army". www.cmohs.org.
External links
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