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Corporal Nathaniel Allen, Medal of Honor Recipient

Location:  Woodlawn Cemetery, Section 1A, Lot 33A
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On May 26, 1899, Nathaniel M. Allen was awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery at Gettysburg, saving the state colors at the risk of his life. 

For further information about the award, his life and military service, see:
  • Nathaniel Allen Memorial Stone
  • Nathaniel Allen's listing in Acton Memorial Library's Online Civil War Archives.
  • South Acton news. Concord Enterprise.  June 1, 1899, page 8.
  • Acton Memorial Library's Acton Scrapbook, Volume 11, item 1440 (A letter dated June 12, 2001 from Acton's Director of Veteran's Services regarding this memorial)

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