Harrison Collins
| Harrison Collins | |
|---|---|
| Born |
March 10, 1836 Hawkins County, Tennessee |
| Died | December 25, 1890 (aged 54) |
| Place of burial | Springfield National Cemetery, Springfield, Missouri |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit |
 1st Tennessee Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Nashville |
| Awards |
 Medal of Honor |
Harrison Collins (March 10, 1836 – December 25, 1890) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography
Collins served in the American Civil War in the 1st Tennessee Volunteer Cavalry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on February 24, 1865 for his actions at the Battle of Nashville.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Capture of flag of Chalmer's Division (C.S.A.).[1]
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