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[4] [5] Pvt. George C. Platt, an Irish immigrant serving in Troop H of the 6th U.S. Cavalry, was awarded the Medal of Honor on July 12, 1895, for his actions at Fairfield. His citation reads, "Seized the regimental flag upon the death of the standard bearer in a hand-to-hand fight and prevented it from falling into the hands of the enemy."
By 1888, the elder George Platt was employed as a contractor. [29] [30] A naturalized citizen of the United States by 1910, George Platt continued to reside in Philadelphia with his wife, Eliza. Still living with them was 44-year-old son, Edward. [28] [31] Post-war, Platt was also an active member of the Grand Army of the Republic. [32]
English: George Crawford Platt (1842–1912), a native of Londonderry, Ireland was awarded the U.S. Medal of Honor for his gallantry during the American Civil War while fighting as a private with the 6th U.S. Cavalry at Fairfield, Pennsylvania on day three of the Battle of Gettysburg (July 3, 1863). His award citation states that he "Seized the ...
Private George Crawford Platt, later Sergeant, an Irish immigrant serving in Troop H, was awarded the Medal of Honor on 12 July 1895, for his actions that day at Fairfield. His citation reads, "Seized the regimental flag upon the death of the standard bearer in a hand-to-hand fight and prevented it from falling into the hands of the enemy."
The town of Fairfield owns several historic properties that are managed by the Museum and open to the public for various purposes. The 1750 Ogden House (1520 Bronson Road) – An 18th-century saltbox house with period furnishings. Sun Tavern (Town Hall Green) – A 1780 tavern that was the site of a visit from President George Washington.
George C. Platt: Private 6th U.S. Cavalry: July 3, 1863 July 12, 1895 "Seized the regimental flag upon the death of the standard bearer in a hand-to-hand fight and prevented it from falling into the hands of the enemy." (at the Battle of Fairfield) James P. Postles: Captain 1st Delaware Infantry: July 2, 1863 July 22, 1892
Let's talk really good genes. With a face fit for a porcelain doll, Morgan Fairchild is widely known as one of the most beautiful women of the '70s and '80s.
Established in c. 1655, the East Norwalk Historical Cemetery is Norwalk's oldest cemetery, and many of the area's first settlers are buried there. The cemetery is owned and maintained by the Third Taxing District, formally known as the East Norwalk Fire District of the Town of Norwalk, and before that it was known as the Down Town School District. [1]