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Richard Gasson
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| Born | 1842 Ireland |
| Died | September 29, 1864 Henrico County, Virginia |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
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 United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1864 |
| Rank |  Sergeant |
| Unit |  Company K, 47th New York Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Chaffin's Farm American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Richard Gasson (1842 – September 29, 1864) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Gasson posthumously received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Gasson's medal was won for his actions during the Battle of Chaffin's Farm in Henrico County, Virginia on September 29, 1864. Gasson was killed during the battle. He was honored with the award on June 22, 1896.
Gasson was born in Ireland, and his registered home was in New York City at the time of the civil war.
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