List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: A–F

This is a complete alphabetical list (A to F) of Medal of Honor recipients during the Civil War. Many of the awards during the Civil War were for capturing or saving regimental flags. During the Civil War, regimental flags served as the rallying point for the unit, and guided the unit's movements. Loss of the flag could greatly disrupt a unit, and could have a greater effect than the death of the commanding officer.

Medal of Honor[edit]

The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government and is bestowed on a member of the United States armed forces who distinguishes himself "…conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States…" Given the risk of life required for earning the medal, it is commonly presented posthumously.[1]

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk. The rank indicated is the individual's rank at the time of their Medal of Honor action.

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Image Name Service Rank Unit/Command Place of action Date of action Notes
James Frank Adams Army E-01Private West Virginia 1st West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Nineveh, Virginia Nov 12, 1864 Capture of State flag of 14th Virginia Cavalry (C.S.A.)
Adams was born in Cabell County, West Virginia. While a Private in Company D of the 1st West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Regiment, he captured the flag of the 14th Virginia Cavalry during an engagement on November 12, 1864, at Nineveh in Virginia. His Medal of Honor was issued two weeks later, on November 26.[2]
Young white man sitting on a chair with his legs crossed and his right arm resting on a table beside him. He is wearing light colored pants and a military jacket buttoned at the top only with a vest underneath. John G. B. Adams Army O-01Second Lieutenant Massachusetts 19th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia Dec 13, 1862 Seized the 2 colors from the hands of a corporal and a lieutenant as they fell mortally wounded, and with a color in each hand advanced across the field to a point where the regiment was reformed on those colors.
Michael Aheam Navy Paymaster's Steward United States Navy USS Kearsarge (1861) Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France Jun 19, 1864 Served on board USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the CSS Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864.
Frederick Alber Army E-01Private Michigan 17th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Infantry Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864 Bravely rescued Lt. Charles H. Todd of his regiment who had been captured by a party of Confederates by shooting down one, knocking over another with the butt of his musket, and taking them both prisoners.
Christian Albert Army E-01Private Ohio 47th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Abner P. Allen Army
E-04Corporal
Illinois 39th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Gallantry as color bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg.
James Allen Army E-01Private New York (state) 16th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of South Mountain, Md. Sep 14, 1862 Single-handed and slightly wounded he accosted a squad of 14 Confederate soldiers bearing the colors of the 16th Georgia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Nathaniel M. Allen Army
E-04Corporal
Massachusetts 1st Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 2, 1863 When his regiment was falling back, this soldier, bearing the national color, returned in the face of the enemy's fire, pulled the regimental flag from under the body of its bearer, who had fallen, saved the flag from capture, and brought both colors off the field.
Head and shoulders of a thin white man with a bushy Van Dyke mustache and hair parted at the side. He is wearing a double-breasted military jacket with two stars on a patch on the shoulder. Adelbert Ames Army O-02First Lieutenant United States 5th United States Artillery First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia Jul 21, 1861 Artillery commander who stayed with his battery despite grave wounds.
Robert W. Ammerman Army E-01Private Pennsylvania 148th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864 Capture of battle flag of 8th North Carolina (C.S.A.), being one of the foremost in the assault.
Bruce Anderson Army E-01Private New York (state) 142nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina Jan 15, 1865 Voluntarily advanced with the head of the column and cut down the palisading.
Charles W. Anderson Army E-01Private New York (state) 1st Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865 Capture of unknown Confederate flag.
Everett W. Anderson Army Sergeant Pennsylvania 15th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry Crosbys Creek, Tenn. Jan 14, 1864 Captured, single-handed, Confederate Brig. Gen. Robert B. Vance during a charge upon the enemy.
Frederick C. Anderson Army E-01Private Massachusetts 18th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia Aug 21, 1864 Capture of battle flag of 27th South Carolina (C.S.A.) and the color bearer.
Marion T. Anderson Army Captain Indiana 51st Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Nashville, Tenn. Dec 16, 1864 Led his regiment over 5 lines of the enemy's works, where he fell, severely wounded.
Head of a white man with a wide pointed mustache and neatly combed hair, wearing a dark suit coat and bow tie. Peter Anderson Army E-01Private Wisconsin 31st Regiment Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Battle of Bentonville, North Carolina Mar 19, 1865 Entirely unassisted, brought from the field an abandoned piece of artillery and saved the gun from falling into the hands of the enemy.
Robert Anderson Navy Quartermaster United States Navy USS Crusader
United States Navy USS Keokuk
Aboard USS Crusader and USS Keokuk Various Served on board USS Crusader and USS Keokuk during various actions of those vessels.
Thomas Anderson Army E-04Corporal West Virginia 1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Appomattox Station, Virginia Apr 8, 1865 Capture of Confederate flag
John Angling Navy Cabin Boy United States Navy USS Pontoosuc (1864) Aboard USS Pontoosuc, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher Dec 24, 1864 – Jan 22, 1865 Served on board USS Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, 24 December 1864 to 22 January 1865.
Andrew O. Apple Army
E-04Corporal
West Virginia 12th Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Conspicuous gallantry as color bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg.
William H. Appleton Army O-02First Lieutenant United States 4th U.S. Colored Infantry Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia and Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Jun 15, 1864 and Sep 29, 1864 The first man of the Eighteenth Corps to enter the enemy's works at Petersburg, Virginia, 15 June 1864. Valiant service in a desperate assault at New Market Heights, Virginia, inspiring the Union troops by his example of steady courage.
James W. Archer Army O-02First Lieutenant and Adjutant Indiana 59th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Second Battle of Corinth, Miss. Oct 4, 1862 Voluntarily took command of another regiment, with the consent of one or more of his seniors, who were present, rallied the command and led it in the assault.
Lester Archer Army Sergeant New York (state) 96th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Gallantry in placing the colors of his regiment on the fort.
William J. Archinal Army
E-04Corporal
Ohio 30th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Clinton L. Armstrong Army E-01Private Indiana 83rd Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Head and shoulders of a young white man with thick hair and a smirk, wearing a jacket with stripes on the upper sleeves and decorative cords running horizontally across the chest. The words "A.K. Arnold, Bedford, Pa." are written at lower right. Abraham K. Arnold Army Captain United States 5th U.S. Cavalry Davenport Bridge, Virginia May 10, 1864 By a gallant charge against a superior force of the enemy, extricated his command from a perilous position in which it had been ordered.
Matthew Arther Navy Signal Quartermaster United States Navy USS Carondelet Aboard USS Carondelet, Battle of Fort Henry and Battle of Fort Donelson Feb 6, 1862 and Feb 14, 1862 For valor and devotion, serving most faithfully, effectively and valiantly.
Charles Asten Navy Quarter Gunner United States Navy USS Signal Aboard USS Signal, Red River Campaign May 5, 1864 Although on the sick list, Q.G. Asten courageously carried out his duties during the entire engagement.
Thomas E. Atkinson Navy Yeoman United States Navy USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864; commended for coolness and energy in supplying the rifle ammunition, which was under his sole charge, in the action in Mobile Bay on the morning of 5 August 1864.
James Avery Navy Seaman United States Navy USS Metacomet Aboard USS Metacomet, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 Braved galling enemy fire to aid the rescue of USS Tecumseh (1863) crewmen
William B. Avery Army Lieutenant New York (state)1st New York Marine Artillery Regiment Battle of Tranter's Creek, North Carolina Jun 5, 1862 Handled his battery with greatest coolness amidst the hottest fire.
David Ayers Army Sergeant Ohio 57th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
John G. K. Ayers Army E-01Private Missouri 8th Regiment Missouri Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."

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  This along with the * , indicates that the Medal of Honor was awarded posthumously

Image Name Service Rank Unit/Command Place of action Date of action Notes
William J. Babcock Army Sergeant Rhode Island 2nd Rhode Island Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Planted the flag upon the parapet while the enemy still occupied the line; was the first of his regiment to enter the works.
Elijah W. Bacon* Army E-01Private 14th Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 3, 1863 Capture of flag of 16th North Carolina regiment (C.S.A.).
Head and shoulders of a white man with bags under his eyes and a large, bushy mustache and connected sideburns. He is wearing a double-breasted military jacket with two stars on a patch on the shoulder. Absalom Baird Army Brigadier General Commander, 3rd Division, XIV Corps, Army of the Cumberland Battle of Jonesborough, Ga. Sep 1, 1864 Led a detached brigade charge
Charles Baker Navy Quarter Gunner United States Navy USS Metacomet Aboard USS Metacomet, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 Braved galling enemy fire to aid the rescue of USS Tecumseh (1863) crewmen
Charles H. Baldwin Navy Coal Heaver United States Navy USS Wyalusing Aboard USS Wyalusing in the Roanoke River May 25, 1864 For his participation in a plan to destroy the rebel ram CSS Albemarle
Head and torso portrait of a white man with a pointed mustache wearing a military jacket. Frank D. Baldwin Army Captain Michigan 19th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Infantry Peach Tree Creek, Ga. Jul 12, 1864 For capturing two enemy officers. Later awarded a second Medal of Honor during the Indian Wars.
Frederick Ballen Army E-01Private Ohio 47th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Vicksburg, Miss. May 3, 1863 Was one of a party that volunteered and attempted to run the enemy's batteries with a steam tug and 2 barges loaded with subsistence stores.
George L. Banks Army Sergeant Indiana 15th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. Nov 25, 1863 As color bearer, led his regiment in the assault, and, though wounded, carried the flag forward to the enemy's works, where he was again wounded. In a brigade of 8 regiments this flag was the first planted on the parapet.
James A. Barber Army E-04Corporal Rhode Island Battery G, 1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Was one of a detachment of 20 picked artillerymen who voluntarily accompanied an infantry assaulting party, and who turned upon the enemy the guns captured in the assault.
Nathaniel C. Barker Army Sergeant New Hampshire 11th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864 Six color bearers of the regiment having been killed, he voluntarily took both flags of the regiment and carried them through the remainder of the battle.
William H. Barnes Army E-01Private United States 38th Regiment United States Colored Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Among the first to enter the enemy's works; although wounded.
Profile of a white man with mustache wearing a double-breasted military jacket with one star on a patch on the shoulder. Henry A. Barnum Army Colonel New York (state) 149th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Third Battle of Chattanooga, Tenn. Nov 23, 1863 Although suffering severely from wounds, he led his regiment, inciting the men to greater action by word and example until again severely wounded.
James Barnum Navy Boatswain's Mate United States Navy USS New Ironsides Aboard USS New Ironsides, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher Dec 1864 – Jan 1865 Barnum served on board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, 24 and 25 December 1864; and on 13, 14, and 15 January 1865 and was commended for highly meritorious conduct during this period.
Charles L. Barrell Army O-02First Lieutenant United States 102nd Regiment United States Colored Troops near Camden, S.C. Apr 1865 Hazardous service in marching through the enemy's country to bring relief to his command.
Jesse T. Barrick Army E-04Corporal Minnesota 3rd Regiment Minnesota Volunteer Infantry near Duck River, Tenn. May 26, 1863 – Jun 2, 1863 While on a scout captured single-handed 2 desperate Confederate guerrilla officers who were together and well armed at the time.
William H. Barringer Army E-01Private West Virginia 4th Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party.
Augustus Barry Army Sergeant Major United States 11th Regiment, U.S. Infantry Unknown 1863 – 1865 Gallantry in various actions during the rebellion.
Gurdon H. Barter Navy Landsman United States Navy USS Minnesota USS Minnesota Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher Jan 15, 1865 On board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.
Thomas Barton Navy Seaman United States Navy USS Hunchback Aboard USS Hunchback October 3, 1862 On board the U.S.S. Hunchback in the attack on Franklin, Virginia, 3 October 1862. When an ignited shell, with cartridge attached, fell out of the howitzer upon the deck, S/man Barton promptly seized a pail of water and threw it upon the missile, thereby preventing it from exploding.
David L. Bass Navy Seaman United States Navy USS Minnesota USS Minnesota Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher Jan 15, 1865 On board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.
Richard N. Batchelder Army Lieutenant Colonel and Chief Quartermaster United States II Corps, Army of the Potomac Between Catlett and Fairfax Stations, Virginia Oct 13, 1863 – Oct 15, 1863 Being ordered to move his trains by a continuous day-and-night march, and without the usual military escort, armed his teamsters and personally commanded them, successfully fighting against heavy odds and bringing his trains through without the loss of a wagon.
Delevan Bates Army Colonel New York (state) 121st Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Cemetery Hill, Virginia Jul 30, 1864 Gallantry in action where he fell, shot through the face, at the head of his regiment.
Norman F. Bates Army Sergeant Iowa 4th Regiment Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Columbus, Ga. Apr 16, 1865 Capture of flag and bearer.
Philip Baybutt Army E-01Private Massachusetts 2nd Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry Valley Campaigns of 1864, Luray, Virginia Sep 24, 1864 Capture of flag.
Philip Bazaar Navy Ordinary Seaman United States Navy USS Santiago de Cuba USS Santiago de Cuba Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher Jan 15, 1865 On board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher on 15 January 1865.
Alexander M. Beatty Army Captain Vermont 3rd Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia Jun 5, 1864 Removed, under a hot fire, a wounded member of his command to a place of safety.
Head and shoulders of a black man with wavy hair and mustache wearing a jacket with stripes on the upper sleeves and two medals hanging from ribbons on his left breast. He left arm is propped on an object to his side. Powhatan Beaty Army First Sergeant United States 5th Regiment United States Colored Troops Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Took command of his company, all the officers having been killed or wounded, and gallantly led it.
Jean J. Beaufort Army E-04Corporal 2nd Regiment Louisiana Volunteer Infantry (Union) At Port Hudson, La about May 20, 1863 Volunteered to go within the enemy's lines and at the head of a party of 8 destroyed a signal station, thereby greatly aiding in the operations against Port Hudson that immediately followed.
Eugene B. Beaumont Army Major and Assistant Adjutant General United States 4th U.S. Cavalry Regiment Harpeth River, Tenn. and Battle of Selma, Ala. Dec 17, 1864 and Apr 2, 1865 Obtained permission from the corps commander to advance upon the enemy's position with the 4th U.S. Cavalry, of which he was a lieutenant; led an attack upon a battery, dispersed the enemy, and captured the guns. At Selma, Ala., charged, at the head of his regiment, into the second and last line of the enemy's works.
Edward J. Bebb Butler County Ohio 4th Regiment Iowa Volunteer Cavalry MoH Edward J. Bebb Army E-01Private Iowa 4th Regiment Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Columbus, Ga. Apr 16, 1865 Capture of flag.
Wallace A. Beckwith Army E-01Private Connecticut 21st Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia Dec 13, 1862 Gallantly responded to a call for volunteers to man a battery, serving with great heroism until the termination of the engagement.
Richard Beddows Army E-01Private New York (state) 34th New York Battery Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 18, 1864 Brought his guidon off in safety under a heavy fire of musketry after he had lost it by his horse becoming furious from the bursting of a shell.
Head of a man with mustache wearing a military cap and a jacket with a rectangular patch on each shoulder. William S. Beebe Army O-02First Lieutenant United States U.S. Army Ordnance Cane River Crossing, Louisiana Apr 23, 1864 Voluntarily led a successful assault on a fortified position.
John P. Beech Army Sergeant New Jersey 4th Regiment New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864 Voluntarily assisted in working the guns of a battery, all the members of which had been killed or wounded.
Terrence Begley* Army Sergeant New York (state) 7th Regiment New York Volunteer Heavy Artillery Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia Jun 3, 1864 Shot a Confederate color bearer, rushed forward and seized his colors, and although exposed to heavy fire, regained the lines in safety.
Thomas Belcher Army E-01Private Maine 9th Regiment Maine Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Took a guidon from the hands of the bearer, mortally wounded, and advanced with it nearer to the battery than any other man.
George H. Bell George H. Bell Navy Captain of the Afterguard United States Navy USS Santee Aboard USS Santee, cutting out expedition in Galveston Bay November 7, 1861 Although severely wounded in the encounter, he displayed extraordinary courage under the most painful and trying circumstances.
James B. Bell Army Sergeant Ohio 11th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. Nov 25, 1863 Though severely wounded, was first of his regiment on the summit of the ridge, planted his colors inside the enemy's works, and did not leave the field until after he had been wounded 5 times.
George Grenville Benedict George Grenville Benedict Army O-01Second Lieutenant Vermont 12th Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 3, 1863 Passed through a murderous fire of grape and canister in delivering orders and re-formed the crowded lines.
John F. Benjamin Army E-04Corporal New York (state) 2nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865 Capture of battle flag of 9th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Head and shoulders of a white man with a bushy Van Dyke mustache, wearing a jacket with buttons down the center and rectangular patches on each shoulder. Samuel N. Benjamin Army O-02First Lieutenant United States 2nd U.S. Artillery, Battery E
Chief of Artillery, IX Corps
From Bull Run to Spotsylvania, Virginia Jul 1861 – May 1864 Particularly distinguished services as an artillery officer.
Orren Bennett Army E-01Private Pennsylvania 141st Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865 Capture of flag.
Orson W. Bennett Army O-02First Lieutenant United States 102nd Regiment United States Colored Troops Battle of Honey Hill Nov 30, 1864 After several unsuccessful efforts to recover 3 pieces of abandoned artillery, this officer gallantly led a small force fully 100 yards in advance of the Union lines and brought in the guns, preventing their capture.
Head and torso of a white man sitting sideways in a chair, his right arm resting on the chairback. He has a thin mustache, curly hair, and is wearing a military jacket. William Bensinger Army E-01Private Ohio 21st Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Great Locomotive Chase, Ga. Apr 1862 Second person to receive Medal of Honor
Gold-framed portrait of a white man with brown hair, mustache, and bushy sideburns with his arms crossed. He is wearing a blue military jacket with yellow buttons down the center and a yellow patch on the shoulder. William H. H. Benyaurd Army O-02First Lieutenant United States United States Army Corps of Engineers Battle of Five Forks, Virginia Apr 1, 1865 With one companion, voluntarily advanced in a reconnaissance beyond the skirmishers, where he was exposed to imminent peril; also, in the same battle, rode to the front with the commanding general to encourage wavering troops to resume the advance, which they did successfully.
Asa Betham Navy Coxswain United States Navy USS Pontoosuc Aboard USS Pontoosuc, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher December 24, 1864 – January 22, 1865 Served on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, 24 December 1864, to 22 January 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully during this period, Betham was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under the fire of the enemy throughout these various actions.
Charles M. Betts Army Lieutenant Colonel Pennsylvania 15th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry Greensboro, North Carolina Apr 19, 1865 With a force of but 75 men, while on a scouting expedition, by a judicious disposition of his men, surprised and captured an entire battalion of the enemy's cavalry.
Hillary Beyer Army O-01Second Lieutenant Pennsylvania 90th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Antietam, Md. Sep 17, 1862 After his command had been forced to fall back, remained alone on the line of battle, caring for his wounded comrades and carrying one of them to a place of safety.
Charles J. Bibber Navy Gunner's Mate United States Navy USS Agawam Aboard USS Agawam, First Battle of Fort Fisher December 23, 1864 Bibber served on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher 23 December 1864.
Henry H. Bickford Army E-04Corporal Pennsylvania 90th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865 Recapture of flag.
John F. Bickford Navy Captain of the Top United States Navy USS Kearsarge Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France June 19, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864.
Matthew Bickford Army E-04Corporal Missouri 8th Regiment Missouri Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party.
Charles Bieger Army E-01Private Missouri 4th Regiment Missouri Volunteer Cavalry Ivy Farm, Miss. Feb 22, 1864 Voluntarily risked his life by taking a horse, under heavy fire, beyond the line of battle for the rescue of his captain, whose horse had been killed in a charge and who was surrounded by the enemy's skirmishers.
Head and shoulders of a white man with mustache wearing a tuxedo and white bow tie. The portrait is surrounded by a decorative oval-shaped frame. Richard Binder Marine Corps Sergeant United States Marine Corps USS Ticonderoga Aboard USS Ticonderoga, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher Jan 15, 1865 Despite heavy return fire by the enemy and the explosion of the 100-pounder Parrott rifle which killed 8 men and wounded 12 more, Sgt. Binder, as captain of a gun, performed his duties with skill and courage during the first 2 days of battle.
Head of a balding white man with a bushy mustache wearing pince-nez glasses and a dark suit over a light-colored shirt and tie. The portrait is framed by laurel wreaths on the bottom and the words "HON. HENRY H. BINGHAM" are below. Henry H. Bingham Army Captain Pennsylvania 140th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia May 6, 1864 Rallied and led into action a portion of the troops who had given way under fierce assaults by the enemy.
Horatio L. Birdsall Army Sergeant Iowa 3rd Regiment Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Columbus, Ga. Apr 16, 1865 Capture of flag and bearer.
Francis A. Bishop Army E-01Private Pennsylvania 57th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864 Capture of flag
Profile of an older white man with a mustache and bushy goatee wearing a dark suit over a light-colored shirt and tie. John C. Black Army Lieutenant Colonel Indiana 11th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Prairie Grove, Ark. Dec 7, 1862 Brother of William P. Black, one of 5 pairs of brothers to be awarded the Medal of Honor.
Head and shoulders of an older white man with a bushy beard wearing a suit coat, vest, and bow tie. William P. Black Army Captain Indiana 11th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Pea Ridge, Ark. Mar 7, 1862 Brother of John C. Black, one of 5 pairs of brothers to be awarded the Medal of Honor.
William R. D. Blackwood, surgeon who was awarded the Medal of Honor for actions in the American Civil War. Wilmon W. Blackmar Army Lieutenant West Virginia 1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Five Forks, Virginia Apr 1, 1865 At a critical stage of the battle, without orders, led a successful advance upon the enemy.
William R. D. Blackwood, surgeon who was awarded the Medal of Honor for actions in the American Civil War. William R. D. Blackwood Army Surgeon Pennsylvania 48th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Removed severely wounded officers and soldiers from the field while under a heavy fire from the enemy, exposing himself beyond the call of duty, thus furnishing an example of most distinguished gallantry.
William Blagheen Navy Ship's Cook United States Navy USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
Robert M. Blair Navy Boatswain's Mate United States Navy USS Pontoosuc Aboard USS Pontoosuc, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher December 24, 1864 – January 22, 1865 Served on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, 24 December 1864 to 22 January 1865.
Robert Blake Navy Contraband United States Navy USS Marblehead Aboard USS Marblehead off Legareville, Stono River Dec 25, 1863 Escaped slave. First African-American Medal of Honor recipient.
Thomas A. Blasdel Army E-01Private Indiana 83rd Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party.
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Milton Blickensderfer Army E-04Corporal Ohio 126th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Petersburg, Virginia Apr 3, 1865 Capture of flag
George N. Bliss Army Captain Rhode Island 1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Sep 28, 1864 While in command of the provost guard in the village, he saw the Union lines returning before the attack of a greatly superior force of the enemy, mustered his guard, and, without orders, joined in the defense and charged the enemy without support. He received three saber wounds, his horse was shot, and he was taken prisoner.
Head of a portly white man with a thin, pointed mustache wearing a double-breasted military jacket with shoulder boards. Zenas R. Bliss Army Colonel Rhode Island 7th Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia Dec 13, 1862 This officer, to encourage his regiment; which had never before been in action, and which had been ordered to lie down to protect itself from the enemy's fire, arose to his feet, advanced in front of the line, and himself fired several shots at the enemy at short range, being fully exposed to their fire at the time
Welis H. Blodgett Army O-02First Lieutenant Illinois 37th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry First Battle of Newtonia, Mo. Sep 30, 1862 With a single orderly, captured an armed picket of 8 men and marched them in prisoners.
Charles Blucher Army E-04Corporal Pennsylvania 188th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Planted first national colors on the fortifications.
John W. Blunt John W. Blunt Army O-02First Lieutenant New York (state) 6th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia Oct 19, 1864 Voluntarily led a charge across a narrow bridge over the creek against the lines of the enemy.
Peter M. Boehm Army O-01Second Lieutenant New York (state) 15th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Dinwiddie Court House, Virginia Mar 31, 1865 While acting as aide to General Custer, took a flag from the hands of color bearer, rode in front of a line that was being driven back and, under a heavy fire, rallied the men, re-formed the line, and repulsed the charge.
Frank Bois Navy Quartermaster United States Navy USS Cincinnati Aboard USS Cincinnati, Operations against Vicksburg May 27, 1863 Served as quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863.
William S. Bond Navy Boatswain's Mate United States Navy USS Kearsarge Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France June 19, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Carrying out his duties courageously, Bond exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by his divisional officer.
Henry G. Bonebrake Army Lieutenant Pennsylvania 17th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Five Forks, Virginia Apr 1, 1865 As 1 of the first of Devin's Division to enter the works, he fought in a hand-to-hand struggle with a Confederate to capture his flag by superior physical strength.
Sylvester Bonnaffon, Jr. Army O-02First Lieutenant Pennsylvania 99th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Boydton Plank Road, Virginia Oct 27, 1864 Checked the rout and rallied the troops of his command in the face of a terrible fire of musketry; was severely wounded.
Robert Boody Army Sergeant New York (state) 40th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia and Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 5, 1862 and May 2, 1863 This soldier, at Williamsburg, Virginia, then a corporal, at great personal risk, voluntarily saved the lives of and brought from the battlefield 2 wounded comrades. A year later, at Chancellorsville, voluntarily, and at great personal risk, brought from the field of battle and saved the life of Capt. George B. Carse, Company C, 40th New York Volunteer Infantry.
Hugh P. Boon Army Captain West Virginia 1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865 Capture of flag
Head and torso of a white man with a long goatee, wearing a wide-brimmed hat, bow tie, and dark suit coat. Nicholas Bouquet Army E-01Private Iowa 1st Regiment Iowa Volunteer Infantry Battle of Wilson's Creek, Mo. Aug 10, 1861 Voluntarily left the line of battle, and, exposing himself to imminent danger from a heavy fire of the enemy, assisted in capturing a riderless horse at large between the lines and hitching him to a disabled gun, saved the gun from capture.
Orlando Boss Army E-04Corporal Massachusetts 25th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia Jun 3, 1864 Rescued his lieutenant, who was lying between the lines mortally wounded; this under a heavy fire of the enemy.
Profile of a balding white man with bushy, drooping mustache wearing an ornate military jacket with shoulder boards, shoulder cords, and a lanyard hanging from the chest. John G. Bourke Army E-01Private Pennsylvania 15th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Stones River, Tenn. Dec 31, 1862 – Jan 1, 1863 Gallantry in action.
Thomas Bourne Navy Seaman and Gun Captain United States Navy USS Varuna Aboard USS Varuna, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862 During this action at extremely close range while his ship was under furious fire and was twice rammed by the rebel ship Morgan, Bourne remained steadfast at his gun and was instrumental in inflicting damage on the enemy until the Varuna, badly damaged and forced to beach, was finally sunk.
sergeant richard boury (1830 - 1914) moh 1st regiment west virginia volunteer cavalry - company c
sergeant richard boury (1830 - 1914) moh 1st regiment west virginia volunteer cavalry - company c
Richard Boury Army Sergeant West Virginia 1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Charlottesville, Virginia Mar 5, 1865 Capture of flag
John W. Boutwell Army E-01Private New Hampshire 18th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Brought off from the picket line, under heavy fire, a comrade who had been shot through both legs.
Chester B. Bowen Army E-04Corporal New York (state) 1st Regiment New York Dragoons Battle of Opequon, Virginia Sep 19, 1864 Capture of flag.
Emmer Bowen Army E-01Private Illinois 127th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party"
Edward R. Bowman Navy Quartermaster United States Navy USS Ticonderoga Aboard USS Ticonderoga, Second Battle of Fort Fisher January 13, 1865 – January 15, 1865 On board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher 13 to 15 January 1865.
Thomas J. Box Army Captain Indiana 27th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Resaca, Ga. May 14, 1864 Capture of flag of the 38th Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.).
A white man with a scraggly beard and wearing a suit, sitting in a chair with his arms crossed. Henry V. Boynton Army Lieutenant Colonel Ohio 35th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. Nov 25, 1863 Led his regiment in the face of a severe fire of the enemy; was severely wounded.
Amos Bradley Navy Landsman United States Navy USS Varuna Aboard USS Varuna, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862 Served on board the U.S.S. Varuna in one of the most responsible positions, during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and while in action against the rebel ship Morgan, 24 April 1862.
Charles Bradley Navy Boatswain's Mate United States Navy USS Louisville Aboard USS Louisville, Battle of Fort Hindman January 10, 1863 – January 11, 1863 Carrying out his duties through the thick of battle and acting as captain of a 9-inch gun, Bradley consistently showed, "Attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action against the enemy."
Thomas W. Bradley Army Sergeant New York (state) 124th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 3, 1863 Volunteered in response to a call and alone, in the face of a heavy fire of musketry and canister, went and procured ammunition for the use of his comrades.
James Brady Army E-01Private New Hampshire 10th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Capture of flag
Joseph E. Brandle Army E-01Private Michigan 17th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Infantry Lenoire, Tenn. Nov 16, 1863 While color bearer of his regiment, having been twice wounded and the sight of one eye destroyed, still held to the colors until ordered to the rear by his regimental commander.
Felix Brannigan Army E-01Private New York (state) 74th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 2, 1863 Volunteered on a dangerous service and brought in valuable information.
William Brant Army Lieutenant New Jersey 1st Regiment New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Petersburg, Virginia Apr 3, 1865 Capture of battle flag of 46th North Carolina (C.S.A.).
Edgar A. Bras Army Sergeant Iowa 8th Regiment Iowa Volunteer Infantry Battle of Spanish Fort, Ala. Apr 8, 1865 Capture of flag.
John Brazell Navy Quartermaster United States Navy USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the action at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864, where he was recommended for coolness and good conduct as a gun captain during that engagement which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the destruction of Fort Morgan. Brazell served gallantly throughout the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, batteries below Vicksburg, and was present at the surrender of New Orleans while on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn.
John Breen Navy Boatswain's Mate United States Navy USS Commodore Perry Aboard USS Commodore Perry October 3, 1862 On board the U.S.S. Commodore Perry in the attack upon Franklin, Virginia, 3 October 1862. With enemy fire raking the deck of his ship and blockades thwarting her progress, Breen remained at his post and performed his duties with skill and courage as the Commodore Perry fought a gallant battle to silence many rebel batteries as she steamed down the Blackwater River.
Christopher Brennan Navy Seaman United States Navy USS Mississippi Aboard USS Mississippi, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862 – April 25, 1862 On board the U.S.S. Mississippi during attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip and during the taking of New Orleans, 24–25 April 1862. Taking part in the actions which resulted in the damaging of the Mississippi and several casualties on it, Brennan showed skill and courage throughout the entire engagements which resulted in the taking of St. Philip and Jackson and in the surrender of New Orleans.
Lewis F. Brest Army E-01Private Pennsylvania 57th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865 Capture of flag.
William J. Brewer Army E-01Private New York (state) 2nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Appomattox campaign, Virginia Apr 4, 1865 Capture of engineer flag, Army of Northern Virginia.
Charles Breyer Army Sergeant Pennsylvania 90th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry First Battle of Rappahannock Station, Virginia Aug 23, 1862 Voluntarily, and at great personal risk, picked up an unexploded shell and threw it away, thus doubtless saving the life of a comrade whose arm had been taken off by the same shell.
Elijah A. Briggs Army E-04Corporal Connecticut 2nd Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Heavy Artillery Petersburg, Virginia Apr 3, 1865 Capture of battle flag.
Andrew Bringle Army E-04Corporal New York (state) 10th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865 Charged the enemy and assisted Sgt. Norton in capturing a fieldpiece and 2 prisoners.
Andrew Brinn Navy Seaman United States Navy USS Mississippi Aboard USS Mississippi March 14, 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Mississippi during her abandonment and firing in the engagement at Port Hudson, 14 March 1863
August F. Bronner Army E-01Private New York (state) Battery C, 1st Battalion, New York Volunteer Light Artillery Battle of White Oak Swamp, Virginia and Battle of Malvern Hill, Virginia Jun 30, 1862 and Jul 1, 1862 Continued to fight after being severely wounded.
James H. Bronson Army First Sergeant United States 5th Regiment United States Colored Troops Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Took command of his company, all the officers having been killed or wounded, and gallantly led it.
John Brosnan Army Sergeant New York (state) 164th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Jun 17, 1864 Rescued a wounded comrade who lay exposed to the enemy's fire, receiving a severe wound in the effort.
Charles W. Brouse Army Captain Indiana 100th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. Nov 25, 1863 To encourage his men whom he had ordered to lie down while under severe fire, and who were partially protected by slight earthworks, himself refused to lie down, but walked along the top of the works until he fell severely wounded.
Charles Brown Army Sergeant Pennsylvania 50th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia Aug 19, 1864 Capture of flag of 47th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Edward Brown, Jr. Army E-04Corporal New York (state) 62nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Second Battle of Fredericksburg and Salem Heights, Virginia May 3, 1863 – May 4, 1863 Severely wounded while carrying the colors, he continued at his post, under fire, until ordered to the rear.
Henri Le Fevre Brown Army Sergeant New York (state) 72nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia May 6, 1864 Voluntarily and under a heavy fire from the enemy, 3 times crossed the field of battle with a load of ammunition in a blanket on his back, thus supplying the Federal forces, whose ammunition had nearly all been expended, and enabling them to hold their position until reinforcement arrived, when the enemy were driven from their position.
James Brown Navy Quartermaster United States Navy USS Albatross Aboard USS Albatross, Fort DeRussy May 4, 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Albatross during action against Fort DeRussy in the Red River Area on 4 May 1863.
Jeremiah Z. Brown Army Captain Pennsylvania 148th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Petersburg, Virginia Oct 27, 1864 With 100 selected volunteers, assaulted and captured the works of the enemy, together with a number of officers and men.
John Brown Navy Captain of the Forecastle USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
John H. Brown Army First Sergeant Ohio 47th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 19, 1863 Voluntarily carried a verbal message from Col. A. C. Parry to Gen. Hugh Ewing through a terrific fire and in plain view of the enemy.
John Harties Brown Army Captain Kentucky 12th Regiment Kentucky Volunteer Infantry Second Battle of Franklin, Tenn. Nov 30, 1864 Capture of flag.
Morris Brown, Jr.* Army Captain New York (state) 126th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 3, 1863 Capture of flag.
Robert Brown Navy Captain of the Top United States Navy USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Richmond in action at Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864.
Robert B. Brown Robert B. Brown Army E-01Private Ohio 15th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. Nov 25, 1863 Upon reaching the ridge through concentrated fire, he approached the color bearer of the 9th Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.), demanded his surrender with threatening gesture and took him prisoner with his regimental flag.
Uriah H. Brown Uriah Brown Army E-01Private Ohio 30th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Despite the death of his captain at his side during the assault he continued carrying his log to the defense ditch. While he was laying his log in place he was shot down and thrown into the water. Unmindful of his own wound he, despite the intense fire, dragged 5 of his comrades from the ditch, wherein they lay wounded, to a place of safety.
William H. Brown Navy Landsman United States Navy USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864.
Wilson Brown Navy Landsman United States Navy USS Hartford Aboard USS Hartford, Battle of Mobile Bay Aug 5, 1864 On board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864.
Head and shoulders of a white man with a thin mustache, wearing a cavalry hat, vest, and dark jacket. Wilson W. Brown Army E-01Private Ohio 21st Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Great Locomotive Chase, Ga. Apr 1862 One of the 19 of 22 men (including 2 civilians) who, by direction of Gen. Mitchell (or Buell), penetrated nearly 200 miles south into enemy territory and captured a railroad train at Big Shanty, Ga., in an attempt to destroy the bridges and track between Chattanooga and Atlanta.
Full-body portrait of a white soldier with a rifle and bayonet by his side, standing on a crumpled flag. He is wearing baggy pants tucked into his boots, a short, decorative jacket buttoned at the top only, and a slouch cap. Francis E. Brownell Army E-01Private New York (state) 11th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Alexandria, Virginia May 24, 1861 Killed the murderer of Colonel Ellsworth at the Marshall House Alexandria, Virginia First Civil War deed to merit Medal of Honor.
William P. Brownell Navy Coxswain United States Navy USS Benton Aboard USS Benton, Battle of Grand Gulf and Siege of Vicksburg May 2, 1863 and May 22, 1863 Served as coxswain on board the U.S.S. Benton during the attack on Great Gulf Bay, 2 May 1863, and Vicksburg, 22 May 1863. Carrying out his duties with coolness and courage, Brownell served gallantly against the enemy as captain of a 9-inch gun in the attacks on Great Gulf and Vicksburg and as a member of the Battery Benton before Vicksburg.
Louis J. Bruner Army E-01Private Indiana 5th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Cavalry Walkers Ford, Tenn. Dec 2, 1863 Voluntarily passed through the enemy's lines under fire and conveyed to a battalion, then in a perilous position and liable to capture, information which enabled it to reach a point of safety.
George W. Brush Army First Lieutenant United States 34th Regiment United States Colored Troops Ashepoo River, S.C. May 24, 1864 Voluntarily commanded a boat crew, which went to the rescue of a large number of Union soldiers on board the stranded steamer Boston, and with great gallantry succeeded in conveying them to shore, being exposed during the entire time to heavy fire from a Confederate battery.
Christopher C. Bruton Army Captain New York (state) 22nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865 Last name sometimes spelled "Braton"
Henry Brutsche Navy Landsman United States Navy USS Tacony Aboard USS Tacony, Plymouth, North Carolina October 31, 1864 Served on board the USS Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina, 31 October 1864. Carrying out his duties faithfully during the capture of Plymouth, Brutsche distinguished himself by a display of coolness when he participated in landing and spiking a 9-inch gun while under a devastating fire from enemy musketry. (Henry was eighteen years old at the time) Henry is buried in Lawnview Cemetery, Rockledge, Pennsylvania.
Andrew S. Bryant Army Sergeant Massachusetts 46th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry New Bern, North Carolina May 23, 1863 By his courage and judicious disposition of his guard of 16 men, stationed in a small earthwork at the head of the bridge, held in check and repulsed for a half hour a fierce attack of a strong force of the enemy, thus probably saving the city New Bern from capture.
George A. Buchanan* Army E-01Private New York (state) 148th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Took position in advance of the skirmish line and drove the enemy's cannoneers from their guns; was mortally wounded.
F. Clarence Buck Army E-04Corporal Connecticut 21st Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Although wounded, refused to leave the field until the fight closed.
James Buck Navy Quartermaster United States Navy USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862 – April 25, 1862 Served on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip and at the taking of New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862.
David E. Buckingham Army O-02First Lieutenant Delaware 4th Regiment Delaware Volunteer Infantry Rowanty Creek, Virginia Feb 5, 1865 Swam the partly frozen creek, under fire, in the attempt to capture a crossing.
Abram J. Buckles Army Sergeant Indiana 19th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia May 5, 1864 Though suffering from an open wound, carried the regimental colors until again wounded.
Denis Buckley* Army E-01Private New York (state) 136th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Peachtree Creek, Ga. Jul 20, 1864 Capture of flag of 31st Mississippi (C.S.A.).
John C. Buckley Army Sergeant West Virginia 4th Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
John K. Bucklyn Army O-02First Lieutenant Rhode Island Battery E, 1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 3, 1863 Though himself wounded, gallantly fought his section of the battery under a fierce fire from the enemy until his ammunition was all expended, many of the cannoneers and most of the horses killed or wounded, and the enemy within 25 yards of the guns, when, disabling one piece, he brought off the other in safety.
John E. Buffington Army Sergeant Maryland 4th Regiment Maryland Volunteer Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Was the first enlisted man of the 3d Division to mount the parapet of the enemy's line.
Head and shoulders of a white man with a full beard and thick hair, wearing an unbuttoned military jacket with a star-shaped medal pinned to the left breast. Robert Buffum Army E-01Private Ohio 21st Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Great Locomotive Chase, Ga. Apr 1862 Third person to receive Medal of Honor
Henry G. Buhrman Army E-01Private Ohio 54th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
William Bumgarner Army Sergeant West Virginia 4th Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. Apr 2, 1862 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
James H. Burbank Army Sergeant Rhode Island 4th Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry Blackwater, near Franklin, Virginia Oct 3, 1862 Gallantry in action while on detached service on board the gunboat Barney.
Joseph Burger Army E-01Private Minnesota 2nd Regiment Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Nolensville, Tenn. Feb 15, 1863 Grandfather of former Chief Justice of the United States Warren Burger.
E. Michael Burk Army E-01Private New York (state) 125th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864 Capture of flag, seizing it as his regiment advanced over the enemy's works. He received a bullet wound in the chest while capturing flag.
Thomas Burk Army Sergeant New York (state) 97th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of the Wilderness May 6, 1864 At the risk of his own life went back while the rebels were still firing and, finding Col. Wheelock unable to move, alone and unaided, carried him off the field of battle.
Daniel W. Burke Army First Sergeant United States 2nd Regiment U.S. Infantry Battle of Shepherdstown, Virginia Sep 20, 1862 Voluntarily attempted to spike a gun in the face of the enemy.
Thomas Burke Army E-01Private New York (state) 5th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Hanover Courthouse, Virginia Jun 30, 1863 Capture of battle flag.
sgt james m burns moh 1st regiment west virginia volunteer infantry
sgt james m burns moh 1st regiment west virginia volunteer infantry
James M. Burns Army Sergeant West Virginia 1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry Battle of New Market, Virginia May 15, 1864 Under a heavy fire of musketry, rallied a few men to the support of the colors, in danger of capture and bore them to a place of safety. One of his comrades having been severely wounded in the effort, Sgt. Burns went back a hundred yards m the face of the enemy's fire and carried the wounded man from the field.
John M. Burns Navy Seaman United States Navy USS Lackawanna Aboard USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
William W. Burritt Army E-01Private Illinois 113th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry Vicksburg, Miss. Apr 27, 1863 Voluntarily acted as a fireman on a steam tug which ran the blockade and passed the batteries under a heavy fire.
Albert Burton Navy Seaman United States Navy USS Wabash USS Wabash Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher Jan 15, 1865 Served on board the U.S.S. Wabash in the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.
Head and torso of a white man with a bushy mustache and receding hairline, looking off to the side. He is wearing a double-breasted military jacket with a rectangular patch over each shoulder. Daniel A. Butterfield Army Brigadier General 3rd Brigade, 1st Division, V Corps Battle of Gaines' Mill, Virginia Jun 27, 1862 Took up the colors and rallied the troops while under fire.
Frank G. Butterfield Army O-02First Lieutenant Vermont 6th Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry Salem Heights, Virginia May 4, 1863 Took command of the skirmish line and covered the movement of his regiment out of a precarious position.
George Butts Navy Gunner's Mate United States Navy USS Signal Aboard USS Signal, Red River Campaign May 5, 1864 Proceeding up the Red River, the U.S.S. Signal engaged a large force of enemy field batteries and sharpshooters, returning their fire until the ship was totally disabled, at which time the white flag was raised. Although entered on the sick list, Butts courageously carried out his duties during the entire engagement.
James Byrnes Navy Boatswain's Mate United States Navy USS Louisville Aboard USS Louisville, Battle of Fort Hindman January 10, 1863 – January 11, 1863 Carrying out his duties through the thick of battle and acting as captain of a 9-inch gun, Brynes consistently showed "Attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action against the enemy."

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Image Name Service Rank Unit/Command Place of action Date of action Notes
Abel G. Cadwallader Army E-04Corporal Maryland 1st Regiment Maryland Volunteer Infantry Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia Feb 6, 1865 Gallantly planted the colors on the enemy's works in advance of the arrival of his regiment.
Luman L. Cadwell Army E-05Sergeant New York (state) 2nd Regiment New York Veteran Volunteer Cavalry Alabama Bayou, Louisiana Sep 20, 1864 Swam the bayou under fire of the enemy and captured and brought off a boat by means of which the command crossed and routed the enemy.
Daniel Caldwell Army E-05Sergeant Pennsylvania 13th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia Feb 6, 1865 In a mounted charge, dashed into center of the enemy's line and captured the colors of the 33rd North Carolina Infantry.
Ivers S. Calkin Army E-08First Sergeant New York (state) 2nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865 Capture of flag of 18th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
John H. Callahan Army E-01Private Illinois 122nd Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Fort Blakeley, Ala. Apr 9, 1865 Capture of flag.
Carlton N. Camp Army E-01Private New Hampshire 18th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Brought off from the picket line, under heavy fire, a comrade who had been shot through both legs.
James A. Campbell Army E-01Private New York (state) 2nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Woodstock, Virginia and Amelia Courthouse, Virginia Jan 22, 1865 and Apr 5, 1865 While his command was retreating before superior numbers at Woodstock, Virginia, he voluntarily rushed back with one companion and rescued his commanding officer, who had been unhorsed and left behind. At Amelia Courthouse captured 2 battle flags.
William Campbell Navy Boatswain's Mate United States Navy USS Ticonderoga Aboard USS Ticonderoga, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher Dec 1864 – Jan 1865 On board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13 to 15 January 1865.
William Campbell Army E-01Private Ohio 30th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Charles E. Capehart Army Major West Virginia 1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Monterey Mountain, Pa. Jul 4, 1863 While commanding the regiment, charged down the mountain side at midnight, in a heavy rain, upon the enemy's fleeing wagon train. Many wagons were captured and destroyed and many prisoners taken.
Henry Capehart Army Colonel West Virginia 1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Greenbrier River, W. Va. May 22, 1864 Saved, under fire, the life of a drowning soldier.
Horace Capron, Jr.* Army Sergeant Illinois 14th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Cavalry Chickahominy and Ashland, Virginia Jun 1862 Gallantry in action.
Hugh Carey Army Sergeant New York (state) 82nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 2, 1863 Captured the flag of the 7th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.), being twice wounded in the effort.
James L. Carey Army Sergeant New York (state) 10th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Appomattox Courthouse, Virginia Apr 9, 1865 Daring bravery and urging the men forward in a charge.
Casper R. Carlisle Army E-01Private Pennsylvania Independent Battery F, Pennsylvania Volunteer Light Artillery Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 2, 1863 Saved a gun of his battery under heavy musketry fire, most of the horses being killed and the drivers wounded.
Warren Carman Army E-01Private New York (state) 1st Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865 Capture of flag and several prisoners.
isaac h. carmin moh winner
isaac h. carmin moh winner
Isaac H. Carmin Army E-04Corporal Ohio 48th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Saved his regimental flag; also seized and threw a shell, with burning fuse, from among his comrades.
A black man with beard seated, wearing a tweed suit with the Medal of Honor pinned to it. William H. Carney Army Sergeant Massachusetts 54th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Battle of Fort Wagner, Morris Island, S.C. Jul 18, 1863 For carrying the regimental colors, portrayed in the film Glory.
A white man with a full, bushy beard standing with his left hand resting on a table beside him; a slouch cap is on the table. He is wearing dark gloves, a long unbuttoned military jacket over a vest, and a bow tie. Eugene A. Carr Army Colonel Illinois 3rd Regiment Illinois Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Pea Ridge, Ark. Mar 7, 1862 Directed the deployment of his command and held his ground, under a brisk fire of shot and shell in which he was several times wounded.
moh winner franklin carr
moh winner franklin carr
Franklin Carr Army E-04Corporal Ohio 124th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Nashville, Tenn. Dec 16, 1864 Recapture of U.S. guidon from a rebel battery.
William M. Carr Navy Master-at-Arms United States Navy USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
A white man with a full, light beard and dark suit, looking to the left. William J. Carson Army E-01Musician United States 15th Regiment, U.S. Infantry Battle of Chickamauga, Ga. Sep 19, 1863 At a critical stage in the battle when the 14th Corps lines were wavering and in disorder he on his own initiative bugled "to the colors" amid the 15th U.S. Infantry who formed by him, and held the enemy. Within a few minutes he repeated his action amid the wavering 2nd Ohio Regiment Volunteer Infantry. This bugling deceived the enemy who believed reinforcements had arrived. Thus, they delayed their attack.
Jacob Cart Army E-01Private Pennsylvania 7th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia Dec 13, 1862 Capture of flag of 19th Georgia Infantry (C.S.A.), wresting it from the hands of the color bearer.
John J. Carter Army O-01Second Lieutenant New York (state) 33rd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Antietam, Md. Sep 17, 1862 While in command of a detached company, seeing his regiment thrown into confusion by a charge of the enemy, without orders made a countercharge upon the attacking column and checked the assault. Penetrated within the enemy's lines at night and obtained valuable information.
Joseph F. Carter Army Captain Maryland 3rd Regiment Maryland Volunteer Infantry Battle of Fort Stedman, Virginia Mar 25, 1865 Captured the colors of the 51st Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.). During the battle he was captured and escaped bringing a number of prisoners with him.
Orlando E. Caruana Army E-01Private New York (state) 51st Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of New Bern, North Carolina and Battle of South Mountain, Md. Mar 14, 1862 and Sep 14, 1862 At New Bern, North Carolina, brought off the wounded color sergeant and the colors under a heavy fire of the enemy. Was one of four soldiers who volunteered to determine the position of the enemy at South Mountain, Md. While so engaged was fired upon and his three companions killed, but he escaped and rejoined his command in safety.
David P. Casey Army E-01Private Massachusetts 25th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia Jun 3, 1864 Two color bearers having been shot dead one after the other, the last one far in advance of his regiment and close to the enemy's line, this soldier rushed forward, and, under a galling fire, after removing the dead body of the bearer therefrom, secured the flag and returned with it to the Union lines.
Henry Casey Army E-01Private Ohio 20th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry Vicksburg, Miss. Apr 22, 1863 Voluntarily served as one of the crew of a transport that passed the forts under a heavy fire.
Michael Cassidy Navy Landsman United States Navy USS Lackawanna Aboard USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Head and torso portrait of a white man with a full beard, wearing a military jacket. Isaac S. Catlin Army Colonel New York (state) 109th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia Jul 30, 1864 In a heroic effort to rally the disorganized troops was disabled by a severe wound. While being carried from the field he recovered somewhat and bravely started to return to his command, when he received a second wound, which necessitated amputation of his right leg.
Ovila Cayer Army Sergeant United States 14th Regiment U.S. Infantry Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia Aug 19, 1864 Commanded the regiment, all the officers being disabled.
Profile of a white man with a drooping mustache wearing a double-breasted military jacket with a rectangular patch and star on each shoulder. Joshua L. Chamberlain Army Colonel Maine 20th Regiment Maine Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 2, 1863 For action at Little Round Top, portrayed in the film Gettysburg.
Orville T. Chamberlain Army O-01Second Lieutenant Indiana 74th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chickamauga, Ga. Sep 20, 1863 While exposed to a galling fire, went in search of another regiment, found its location, procured ammunition from the men thereof, and returned with the ammunition to his own company.
Joseph B. Chambers Army E-01Private Pennsylvania 100th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Petersburg, Virginia Mar 25, 1865 Capture of colors of 1st Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Henry F. Chandler Army Sergeant Massachusetts 59th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Jun 17, 1864 Though seriously wounded in a bayonet charge and directed to go to the rear he declined to do so, but remained with his regiment and helped to carry the breastworks.
James B. Chandler Navy Coxswain United States Navy USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Stephen E. Chandler Army Quartermaster Sergeant New York (state) 24th New York Volunteer Cavalry Amelia Springs, Virginia Apr 5, 1865 Under severe fire of the enemy and of the troops in retreat, went between the lines to the assistance of a wounded and helpless comrade, and rescued him from death or capture.
Alaric B. Chapin Army E-01Private New York (state) 142nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina Jan 15, 1865 Voluntarily advanced with the head of the column and cut down the palisading.
John Chapman Army E-01Private Maine 1st Regiment Maine Volunteer Heavy Artillery Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865 Captured the enemies flag at a battle in Sailors Creek Va
Louis G. Chaput Navy Landsman United States Navy USS Lackawanna Aboard USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864 For actions aboard the U.S.S. Lackawana during the American Civil War
Head and torso of a white man with bushy beard wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a dark jacket. The right sleeve of the jacket is hanging empty. John F. Chase Army E-01Private Maine 5th Battery, Maine Volunteer Light Artillery Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 3, 1863 Nearly all the officers and men of the battery having been killed or wounded, this soldier with a comrade continued to fire his gun after the guns had ceased. The piece was then dragged off by the two, the horses having been shot, and its capture by the enemy was prevented.
Benjamin H. Child Army E-04Corporal Rhode Island Battery A, 1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery Battle of Antietam, Md. Sep 17, 1862 Was wounded and taken to the rear insensible, but when partially recovered insisted on returning to the battery and resumed command of his piece, so remaining until the close of the battle.
William W. Chisman Army E-01Private Indiana 83rd Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
James I. Christiancy Army O-02First Lieutenant Michigan 9th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Cavalry - Company D Hawes Shops, Virginia May 28, 1864 While acting as aide, voluntarily led a part of the line into the fight, and was twice wounded.
Samuel J. Churchill Army E-04Corporal Illinois Battery G, 2nd Regiment Illinois Volunteer Light Artillery Battle of Nashville, Tenn. Dec 15, 1864 When the fire of the enemy's batteries compelled the men of his detachment for a short time to seek shelter, he stood manfully at his post and for some minutes worked his gun alone.
Clinton A. Cilley Army Captain Minnesota 2nd Regiment Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chickamauga, Ga. Sep 20, 1863 Seized the colors of a retreating regiment and led it into the thick of the attack.
James T. Clancy Army Sergeant New Jersey 1st Regiment, New Jersey Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Vaughan Road, Virginia Oct 1, 1864 Shot the Confederate Gen. Dunovant dead during a charge, thus confusing the enemy and greatly aiding in his repulse.
Albert A. Clapp Army First Sergeant Ohio 2nd Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865 Capture of battle flag of the 8th Florida Infantry (C.S.A.).
Charles A. Clark Army Lieutenant and Adjutant Maine 6th Regiment Maine Volunteer Infantry Brooks Ford, Virginia May 4, 1863 Having voluntarily taken command of his regiment in the absence of its commander, at great personal risk and with remarkable presence of mind and fertility of resource led the command down an exceedingly precipitous embankment to the Rappahannock River and by his gallantry, coolness, and good judgment in the face of the enemy saved the command from capture or destruction.
Harrison Clark Army E-04Corporal New York (state) 125th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 2, 1863 Seized the colors and advanced with them after the color bearer had been shot
James G. Clark Army E-01Private Pennsylvania 88th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Jun 18, 1864 Distinguished bravery in action; was severely wounded
John W. Clark Army O-02First Lieutenant and Regimental Quartermaster Vermont 6th Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry near Warrenton, Virginia Jul 28, 1863 Defended the division train against a vastly superior force of the enemy; he was severely wounded, but remained in the saddle for 20 hours afterward until he had brought his train through in safety
William A. Clark Army E-04Corporal Minnesota 2nd Regiment Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Nolensville, Tenn. Feb 15, 1863 Was one of a detachment of 16 men who heroically defended a wagon train against the attack of 125 cavalry, repulsed the attack and saved the train
Dayton P. Clarke Army Captain Vermont 2nd Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864 Distinguished conduct in a desperate hand-to-hand fight while commanding the regiment
Charles H. Clausen Army O-02First Lieutenant Pennsylvania 61st Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864 Although severely wounded, he led the regiment against the enemy, under a terrific fire, and saved a battery from capture
Cecil Clay Army Captain Pennsylvania 58th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864 Led his regiment in the charge, carrying the colors of another regiment, and when severely wounded in the right arm, incurring loss of same, he shifted the colors to the left hand, which also became disabled by a gunshot wound
Charles F. Cleveland Army E-01Private New York (state) 26th Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Antietam, Md. Sep 17, 1862 Voluntarily took and carried the colors into action after the color bearer had been shot.
Robert T. Clifford Navy Master-at-Arms United States Navy USS Shokokon Aboard USS Shokokon August 22, 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Shokokon at New Topsail Inlet off Wilmington, North Carolina, 22 August 1863.
John E. Clopp Army E-01Private Pennsylvania 71st Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 3, 1863 Capture of flag of 9th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.), wresting it from the color bearer
George W. Clute Army E-04Corporal Michigan 14th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Bentonville, North Carolina Mar 19, 1865 In a charge, captured the flag of the 40th North Carolina (C.S.A.), the flag being taken in a personal encounter with an officer who carried and defended it.
Jefferson Coates Army Sergeant Wisconsin 7th Regiment, Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Jul 1, 1863 Unsurpassed courage in battle, where he had both eyes shot out.
MoH winner David L. Cockley
MoH winner David L. Cockley
David L. Cockley Army O-02First Lieutenant Ohio 10th Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Waynesboro, Georgia Dec 4, 1864 While acting as aide-de-camp to a general officer, he 3 times asked permission to join his regiment in a proposed charge upon the enemy, and in response to the last request, having obtained such permission, joined his regiment and fought bravely at its head throughout the action.
James Coey Army Major New York (state) 147th Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia Feb 6, 1865 Seized the regimental colors at a critical moment and by a prompt advance on the enemy caused the entire brigade to follow him; and, after being himself severely wounded, he caused himself to be lifted into the saddle and a second time rallied the line in an attempt to check the enemy.
Robert J. Coffey Army Sergeant Vermont 4th Regiment, Vermont Volunteer Infantry Battle of Salem Church, Virginia May 4, 1863 Single-handedly captured 2 officers and 5 privates of the 8th Louisiana Regiment (C.S.A.).
Abraham Cohn Army Sergeant Major New Hampshire 6th Regiment, New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia and Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia May 6, 1864 and Jul 30, 1864 During Battle of the Wilderness rallied and formed, under heavy fire, disorganized and fleeing troops of different regiments. At Petersburg, Virginia, 30 July 1864, bravely and coolly carried orders to the advanced line under severe fire.
Patrick Colbert Navy Coxswain United States Navy USS Commodore Hull Aboard USS Commodore Hull October 31, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Commodore Hull at the capture of Plymouth, 31 October 1864
Carlos W. Colby Army First Sergeant Illinois Company G, 97th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Gabriel Cole Army E-04Corporal Michigan 5th Regiment, Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Opequon, Virginia Sep 19, 1864 Capture of flag, during which he was wounded in the leg
Harrison Collins Army E-04Corporal Tennessee 1st Regiment, Tennessee Volunteer Cavalry Richland Creek, Tenn. Dec 24, 1864 Capture of flag of Chalmer's Division (C.S.A.).
Thomas D. Collins Army Sergeant New York (state) 143rd Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Resaca, Ga. May 15, 1864 Captured a regimental flag of the enemy.
Charles H. T. Collis Army Colonel Pennsylvania114th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia Dec 13, 1862 Gallantly led his regiment in battle at a critical moment.
Oliver Colwell Army O-02First Lieutenant Ohio 95th Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry Battle of Nashville, Tenn. Dec 16, 1864 Capture of enemy flag.
Hartwell B. Compson Army Major New York (state) 8th Regiment, New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865 Capture of flag belonging to Gen. Early's headquarters.
John W. Conaway Army E-01Private Indiana 83rd Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Martin Conboy Army Sergeant New York (state) 37th Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia May 5, 1862 Took command of the company in action, the captain having been wounded, the other commissioned officers being absent, and handled it with skill and bravery.
Dennis Conlan Navy Seaman United States Navy USS Agawam Aboard USS Agawam, First Battle of Fort Fisher December 23, 1864 Conlan served on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, 23 December 1864.
Trustrim Connell Army E-04Corporal Pennsylvania 138th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Sailors Creek, Virginia April 6, 1865 Capture of enemy flag.
Richard Conner Army E-01Private New Jersey 6th Regiment, New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Bull Run, Virginia Aug 30, 1862 The flag of his regiment having been abandoned during retreat, he voluntarily returned with a single companion under a heavy fire and secured and brought off the flag, his companion being killed.
Thomas Connor Navy Ordinary Seaman United States Navy USS Minnesota USS Minnesota Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher January 15, 1865 On board the U.S.S. Minnesota, in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.
William C. Connor Navy Boatswain's Mate United States Navy USS Howquah Aboard USS Howquah September 25, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Howquah on the occasion of the destruction of the blockade runner Lynx, off Wilmington, 25 September 1864. Performing his duty faithfully under the most trying circumstances, Connor stood firmly at his post in the midst of a crossfire from the rebel shore batteries and our own vessels.
James Connors Army E-01Private New York (state) 43rd Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry Fishers Hill, Virginia Sep 22, 1864 Capture of enemy flag.
A white boy in soldier's uniform holding a bugle in his left hand and a staff in his right, standing before a painted scene of an army camp. John Cook Army Bugler United States Battery B, 4th Regiment U.S. Artillery Antietam Md. Sep 17, 1862 Volunteered at the age of 15 years to act as a cannoneer, and as such volunteer served a gun under a terrific fire of the enemy.
John H. Cook Army Sergeant Illinois119th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry Pleasant Hill, Louisiana Apr 9, 1864 During an attack by the enemy, voluntarily left the brigade quartermaster, with whom he had been detailed as a clerk, rejoined his command, and, acting as first lieutenant, led the line farther toward the charging enemy.
Walter H. Cooke Army Captain Pennsylvania 4th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Bull Run, Virginia July 21, 1861 Voluntarily served as an aide on the staff of Col. David Hunter and participated in the battle, his term of service having expired on the previous day.
John L. M. Cooper Navy Coxswain United States Navy USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay Aug 5, 1864 1st award: Heroic conduct
John L. M. Cooper Navy Quartermaster United States Navy USS Brooklyn (1858) Mobile, Alabama Apr 26, 1865 2nd award: Rescued a wounded comrade from a fire
Charles D. Copp Army O-01Second Lieutenant New Hampshire 9th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia Dec 13, 1862 Seized the regimental colors, the color bearer having been shot down, and, waving them, rallied the regiment under a heavy fire.
John Corcoran Army E-01Private Rhode Island Battery G, 1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Was one of a detachment of 20 picked artillerymen who voluntarily accompanied an infantry assaulting party, and who turned upon the enemy the guns captured in the assault.
Head of a white man with a drooping mustache and short hair, wearing a dark suit over a light-colored shirt and tie. The portrait is surrounded by a shield-shaped decorative frame. Thomas E. Corcoran Navy Landsman United States Navy USS Cincinnati Aboard USS Cincinnati, Operations against Vicksburg May 27, 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg batteries and at the time of her sinking
George W. Corliss Army Captain Connecticut 5th Regiment, Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Cedar Mountain, Virginia Aug 9, 1862 Seized a fallen flag of the regiment, the color bearer having been killed, carried it forward in the face of a severe fire, and though himself shot down and permanently disabled, planted the staff in the earth and kept the flag flying.
Stephen P. Corliss Army O-02First Lieutenant New York (state) 4th Regiment, New York Volunteer Heavy Artillery South Side Railroad, Virginia Apr 2, 1865 Raised the fallen colors and, rushing forward in advance of the troops, placed them on the enemy's works.
Joseph K. Corson Army Assistant Surgeon Pennsylvania 6th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment near Bristoe Station, Virginia Oct 14, 1863 With one companion returned in the face of the enemy's heavy artillery fire and removed to a place of safety a severely wounded soldier who had been left behind as the regiment fell back.