Frank Baldwin
United States Army Medal of Honor recipient
Died when: 80 years 300 days (969 months)Star Sign: Cancer
Frank Dwight Baldwin (June 26, 1842 – April 22, 1923), a native of Constantine, Michigan, and born in Manchester, Michigan, was one of only 19 servicemen to receive the Medal of Honor twice.
Baldwin received his first award for his actions during the Atlanta Campaign where he led his company in battle at Peachtree Creek and captured two commissioned officers in the American Civil War.
He received his second for conspicuous bravery in 1874 during the Indian Wars.Baldwin holds the distinction of being a recipient of the Medal of Honor in different conflicts.
He also fought in the Philippines during the Spanish–American War and rose to the rank of major general before retiring.
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