Michael A. Donaldson
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Michael Aloysius Donaldson (January 16, 1884 ā April 12, 1970) was a United States Army sergeant and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions in France during World War I. He was a member of the Irish-American 165th Infantry Regiment (better known as "The Fighting 69th"). In addition to the Medal of Honor, Donaldson also received decorations from France and Montenegro and participated in the Champagne-Marne, Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, Meuse-Argonne and Defensive Sector campaigns. [1]
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Michael A. Donaldson | |
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Born | (1884-01-16)January 16, 1884 Haverstraw, New York |
Died | April 12, 1970(1970-04-12) (aged 86) Montrose, New York |
Place of burial | Saint Peters Cemetery, Haverstraw, New York |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army |
Rank | Sergeant |
Service number | 89868 |
Unit | Company I, 165th Infantry Regiment, 42nd Division |
Battles/wars | World War I |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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