Albert Burton [SEP] conflict
Albert Burton
Albert Burton (1838 – unknown) was a sailor in the U.S. Navy during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Second Battle of Fort Fisher on January 15, 1865.
Military service.
Immigrating from his native England, Burton volunteered for service in the U.S. Navy and was assigned to the Union frigate . His enlistment is credited to the state of New York.
On January 15, 1865, the North Carolina Confederate stronghold of Fort Fisher was taken
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