Matthew Arlington Batson
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Gender | Male |
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Date of birth | April 24,1866 |
Zodiac sign | Taurus |
Born | Anna |
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ID | 3639089 |
Matthew Arlington Batson Life story
Matthew Arlington Batson was a United States Army Officer who received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Philippine–American War. 1st Lieutenant Batson was awarded the medal for swimming the San Juan River under enemy fire. He was awarded his medal alongside Captain Hugh J. McGrath who performed the same feat.