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Following his war service, Francis Bates settled in Powesheik County, Iowa where he made his living both farming and raising livestock.

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Sergeant

    Division:

    4th Iowa Cavalry

    Action Date:

    April 16, 1865

    Date of Issue: June 17, 1865

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Sergeant Norman Francis Bates, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 16 April 1865, while serving with Company E, 4th Iowa Cavalry, in action at Columbus, Georgia. For Capture of flag and bearer.