Thomas J. Higgins
Thomas J. Higgins | |
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| Born | June 8, 1831 Huntingdon, Quebec, Canada |
| Died | August 15, 1917 (aged 86) Hannibal, Missouri |
| Place of burial | Holy Family Cemetery Hannibal, Missouri |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Branch | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1862 - 1865 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | Company D, 99th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War Siege of Vicksburg |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Thomas J. Higgins (June 8, 1831 – August 15, 1917) was a Union Army soldier during the American Civil War who was a recipient of America's highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions at the Battle of Vicksburg.
Higgins joined the 99th Illinois Infantry in August 1862, and was mustered out in July 1865.