John W. Boutwell | |
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| Born | August 3, 1845 Hanover, New Hampshire |
| Died | December 11, 1920 (aged 75) |
| Allegiance |  |
| Service/ |  Union Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit |  |
| Battles/wars | Third Battle of Petersburg |
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John W. Boutwell (August 3, 1845 - December 11, 1920) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Boutwell served in the Union Army in the 18th New Hampshire Infantry. He received the Medal of Honor on April 2, 1865, for his actions at the Third Battle of Petersburg.
Citation:
Brought off from the picket line, under heavy fire, a comrade who had been shot through both legs. [1]
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