Norman F. Bates
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| Born | (1839-11-06)November 6, 1839 Londonderry, Vermont |
| Died | October 16, 1915(1915-10-16) (aged 75) |
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| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |  United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1865 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit |  4th Regiment Iowa Volunteer Cavalry - Company E |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Norman Francis Bates (November 6, 1839 - October 16, 1915) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Bates served in the American Civil War in the 4th Iowa Cavalry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on June 17, 1865 for his actions at Columbus, Georgia.
Citation:
Capture of flag and bearer[1]
