Thomas Shaw (Medal of Honor)
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Thomas Shaw (c. 1846 – June 23, 1895) was a Buffalo Soldier in the United States Army and a recipient of America's highest military decoration – the Medal of Honor – for his actions in the Indian Wars of the western United States.
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Thomas Shaw | |
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Born | c. 1846 Covington, Kentucky |
Died | June 23, 1895 (aged 48–49) |
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1864-1894 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | 67th U.S. Colored Troops 9th Cavalry Regiment |
Battles/wars | American Indian Wars |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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