Marion T. Anderson
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| Born | November 13, 1839 Decatur County, Indiana, US |
| Died | February 7, 1904 (aged 64) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1865 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | Company D, 51st Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Marion T. Anderson (November 13, 1839 - February 7, 1904) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography[edit]
Anderson served in the American Civil War in Company D, 51st Indiana Infantry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on September 1, 1893. He was a Companion of the District of Columbia Commandery of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States.
Medal of Honor citation[edit]
Citation:
Led his regiment over 5 lines of the enemy's works, where he fell, severely wounded.[1]
