List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: G–L

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This is a complete alphabetical list (G to L) 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.

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Medal of Honor

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..." Due to the nature of this medal, it is commonly presented posthumously. [1]

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

ImageNameServiceRankUnit/CommandPlace of actionDate of actionNotes
Richard J. Gage Army E-01 Private Flag of Illinois.svg Company D, 104th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Elk River, TennesseeJuly 2, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 2 July 1863, in action at Elk River, Tennessee. Private Gage voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.
George N. Galloway Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company G, 95th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Alsops Farm, Virginia May 8, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 8 May 1864, in action at Alsops Farm, Virginia. Private Galloway voluntarily held an important position under heavy fire.
John Galloway Army
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E-06 Commissary Sergeant
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg 8th Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment Farmville, Virginia Apr 7, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 7 April 1865, in action at Farmville, Virginia. His regiment being surprised and nearly overwhelmed, Commissary Sergeant Galloway dashed forward under a heavy fire, reached the right of the regiment, where the danger was greatest, rallied the men and prevented a disaster that was imminent.
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James D. Gardiner Army E-01 Private Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg 36th Regiment United States Colored Troops Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864Last name sometimes spelled "Gardner." For extraordinary heroism on 29 September 1864, in action at Chapin's Farm, Virginia. Private Gardiner rushed in advance of his brigade, shot a rebel officer who was on the parapet rallying his men, and then ran him through with his bayonet.
Charles N. Gardner Army E-01 Private Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company E, 32nd Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Five Forks, Virginia Apr 1, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 1 April 1865, in action at Five Forks, Virginia, for capture of flag.
Robert J. Gardner Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company K, 34th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865Was among the first to enter Fort Gregg, clearing his way by using his musket on the heads of the enemy.
Medal of Honor winner William Gardner Gardner, William USN GAR c1890 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner William Gardner
William Gardner Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Galena Aboard USS Galena, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the USS Galena in the engagement at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Serving gallantly during this fierce battle which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and the damaging of Fort Morga, Seaman Gardner behaved with conspicuous coolness under the fire of the enemy.
William Garrett Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Ohio.svg Company G, 41st Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Nashville, Tennessee Dec 16, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 16 December 1864, in action at Nashville, Tennessee. With several companions Sergeant Garrett dashed forward, the first to enter the enemy's works, taking possession of four pieces of artillery and captured the flag of the 13th Mississippi Infantry (Confederate States of America).
James R. Garrison Navy Coal Heaver Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Hartford Aboard USS Hartford, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship, USS Hartford , during successful engagements against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. When a shell struck his foot and severed one of his toes, Coal Heaver Garrison remained at his station at the shell whip and, after crudely bandaging the wound, continued to perform his duties until severely wounded by another shellburst.
Medal of Honor winner William Garvin Garvin, William USN GAR c1890 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner William Garvin
William Garvin Navy Captain of the Forecastle Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Agawam Aboard USS Agawam, First Battle of Fort Fisher December 23, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Agawam , as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the USS Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day fires were observed still burning at the fort.
Richard Gasson * Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company K, 47th New York Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 29 September 1864, in action at Chapin's Farm, Virginia. Sergeant Gasson fell dead while planting the colors of his regiment on the enemy's works.
Medal of Honor winner John C Gaunt Gaunt, John C c1863 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner John C Gaunt
John C. Gaunt Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company H, 104th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Franklin, Tennessee Nov 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 November 1864, in action at Franklin, Tennessee, for capture of flag.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Ohio.svg Company E, 2nd Ohio Volunteer Cavalry Regiment near Berryville, Virginia Sep 13, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 13 September 1864, in action at Berryville, Virginia, for capture of the colors of the 8th South Carolina Infantry while engaged in a reconnaissance along the Berryville and Winchester Pike.
Levi B. Gaylord Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company A, 29th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Fort Stedman, Virginia Mar 25, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 25 March 1865, in action at Fort Stedman, Virginia. Sergeant Gaylord voluntarily assisted in working an abandoned gun, while exposed to heavy fire, until the enemy's advancing line was routed by a charge on its left flank.
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Medal of Honor winner Daniel G. George alias William Smith
Daniel G. George Navy Ordinary Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg Picket Boat No. 1Aboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1October 27, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 , in action near Plymouth, North Carolina, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram, Albemarle , which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and then made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost. (Daniel George's TRUE name was William Smith)
Medal of Honor winner Thomas Parke Gere Gere,Thomas Parke c1864 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Thomas Parke Gere
Thomas P. Gere Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant and Adjutant
Flag of Minnesota.svg 5th Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Nashville, Tennessee Dec 16, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 16 December 1864, in action at Nashville, Tennessee, for capture of flag of 4th Mississippi (Confederate States of America).
Nicholas Geschwind Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Illinois.svg 116th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
Medal of Honor winner Wesley Gibbs Gibbs, Wesley c1865 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Wesley Gibbs
Wesley Gibbs Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Connecticut.svg 2nd Connecticut Heavy Artillery Regiment Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 2 April 1865, in action at Petersburg, Virginia, for capture of flag.
Benjamin Gifford Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company H, 121st New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Deatonsville (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of flag.
Medal of Honor winner David Lewis Gifford Gifford, David Lewis c1885 GAR public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner David Lewis Gifford
David L. Gifford Army E-01 Private Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company B, 4th Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry Ashepoo River, South Carolina May 24, 1864Volunteered as a member of 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 assisted in conveying them to shore, being exposed during the entire time to a heavy fire from a Confederate battery.
Frank S. Gile Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Lehigh Aboard USS Lehigh, Charleston HarborNovember 16, 1863Ffor extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Lehigh , Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, 16 November 1863, during the hazardous task of freeing the Lehigh, which had been grounded, and was under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie. After several previous attempts had been made, Landsman Gile succeeded in passing in a small boat from the Lehigh to the USS Nahant with a line bent on a hawser. This courageous action while under severe enemy fire enabled the Lehigh to be freed from her helpless position.
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg U.S. Army Corps of Engineers near Bethesda Church, Virginia May 31, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 31 May 1864, while serving with the Engineer Corps, in action at Bethesda Church, Virginia, in exposed himself to great danger by voluntarily making his way through the enemy's lines to communicate with General Sheridan. While rendering this service First Lieutenant Gillespie was captured, but escaped; again came in contact with the enemy, was again ordered to surrender, but escaped by dashing away under fire.
Medal of Honor winner Edward Lyons Gilligan Gilligan, Edward Lyons c1885 GAR public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Edward Lyons Gilligan
Edward L. Gilligan Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company E, 88th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 1, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 1 July 1863, in action at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. First Sergeant Gilligan assisted in the capture of a Confederate flag by knocking down the color sergeant.
Medal of Honor winner John Curtis Gilmore Gilmore,John Curtis c1898 USA public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner John Curtis Gilmore
John C. Gilmore Army
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O-04 Major
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 16th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Salem Heights, Virginia May 3, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 3 May 1863, while serving with 16th New York Infantry, in action at Salem Heights, Fredericksburg, Virginia. Major Gilmore seized the colors of his regiment and gallantly rallied his men under a very severe fire.
Patrick Ginley Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Battery G, 1st Battalion, New York Volunteer Light Artillery ("Brickel's German Light Artillery") Reams Station, Virginia Aug 25, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 25 August 1864, in action at Reams' Station, Virginia. The command having been driven from the works, Private Ginley, having been left alone between the opposing lines, crept back into the works, put three charges of canister in one of the guns, and fired the piece directly into a body of the enemy about to seize the works; he then rejoined his command, took the colors, and ran toward the enemy, followed by the command, which recaptured the works and guns.
Joseph Gion Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 74th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 2, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 2 May 1863, in action at Chancellorsville, Virginia. Voluntarily and under heavy fire, Private Gion advanced toward the enemy's lines and secured valuable information.
Leonidas M. Godley Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Iowa.svg Company E, 22nd Iowa Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi. First Sergeant Godley led his company in the assault on the enemy's works and gained the parapet, there receiving three very severe wounds. He lay all day in the sun, was taken prisoner, and had his leg amputated without anesthetics.
Medal of Honor winner Philip Goettel Goettel, Philip c1865 USA public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Philip Goettel
Philip Goettel Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company B, 149th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Ringgold, Georgia Nov 27, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 24 November 1863, in action at Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, for capture of flag and battery guidon.
Charles A. Goheen Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company G, 8th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865For extraordinary heroism of First Sergeant Goheen, on 2 March 1865, in action at Waynesboro, Virginia, for capture of flag.
Medal of Honor winner Andrew E Goldsbery Goldsbery, Andrew E c1885 GAR public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Andrew E Goldsbery
Andrew E. Goldsbery Army E-01 Private Flag of Illinois.svg Company E, 127th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
Medal of Honor winner Francis Henry Goodall Goodall, Francis Henry c1885 GAR public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Francis Henry Goodall
Francis H. Goodall Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New Hampshire.svg Company G, 11th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia Dec 13, 1862for extraordinary heroism on 13 December 1862, in action at Fredericksburg, Virginia. With the assistance of another soldier First Sergeant Goodall brought a wounded comrade into the lines, under heavy fire.
William E. Goodman Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company D, 147th Pennsylvania Infantry Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 3, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 3 May 1863, in action at Chancellorsville, Virginia. First Lieutenant Goodman rescued the colors of the 107th Ohio Volunteers from the enemy.
Medal of Honor winner Edwin Goodrich Goodrich, Edwin c1898 GAR public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Edwin Goodrich
Edwin Goodrich Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company D, 9th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment near Cedar Creek, Virginia Nov 1864For extraordinary heroism on November, 1864, in action at Cedar Creek, Virginia. While the command was falling back, First Lieutenant Goodrich returned, and in the face of the enemy rescued a sergeant from under his fallen horse
Medal of Honor winner Charles Gilbert Gould Gould, Charles Gilbert c1865 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Charles Gilbert Gould
Charles G. Gould Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company H, 5th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 2 April 1865, in action at Petersburg, Virginia. Among the first to mount the enemy's works in the assault, Captain Gould received a serious bayonet wound in the face, was struck several times with clubbed muskets, but bravely stood his ground, and with his sword killed the man who bayoneted him.
Medal of Honor winner Newton Thomas Gould Gould, Newton Thomas c1885 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Newton Thomas Gould
Newton T. Gould Army E-01 Private Flag of Illinois.svg Company G, 113th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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O-03 Captain and aide-de-camp
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg U.S. Volunteers DivisionHoney Hill, South Carolina Nov 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 November 1864, in action at Honey Hill, South Carolina. While under severe fire of the enemy, which drove back the command, Captain Gouraud rendered valuable assistance in rallying the men.
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Medal of Honor winner Peter Grace
Peter Grace Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company G, 83rd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia May 5, 1864for extraordinary heroism on 5 May 1864, in action during the Wilderness Campaign, Virginia. Single-handed, Sergeant Grace rescued a comrade from two Confederate guards, knocking down one and compelling surrender of the other.
Robert Graham Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Tacony Aboard USS Tacony October 31, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board USS USS Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina, 31 October 1864. Carrying out his duties faithfully during the capture of Plymouth, Graham 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.
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Medal of Honor winner Thomas N Graham
Thomas N. Graham Army O-01 Second Lieutenant Flag of Indiana.svg Company G, 15th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tennessee Nov 25, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 25 November 1863, in action at Missionary Ridge, Tennessee. Second Lieutenant Graham seized the colors from the Color Bearer, who had been wounded, and, exposed to a terrible fire, carried them forward, planting them on the enemy's breastworks.
Gabriel Grant.jpg Gabriel Grant Army Surgeon Flag of the United States (1861-1863).svg 3rd Brigade, 1st Division, II Corps Battle of Seven Pines, Virginia Jun 1, 1862for extraordinary heroism on 1 June 1862, while serving with U.S. Volunteers, in action at Fair Oaks, Virginia. Surgeon Grant 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.
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O-06 Colonel
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg 5th Vermont Infantry, 1st Vermont Brigade Battle of Salem Church, Virginia May 3, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 3 May 1863, in action at Salem Heights, Virginia. Colonel Grant displayed personal gallantry and intrepidity in the management of his brigade and in leading it in the assault in which he was wounded.
Medal of Honor winner William L Graul Graul, William L c1889 GAR public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner William L Graul
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company I, 188th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 29 September 1864, in action at Fort Harrison, Virginia. Corporal Graul was first to plant the colors of his State on the fortifications.
John Gray Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company B, 5th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Port Republic, Virginia Jun 9, 1862For extraordinary heroism on 9 June 1862, in action at Port Republic, Virginia. Private Gray mounted an artillery horse of the enemy and captured a brass 6-pound piece in the face of the enemy's fire and brought it to the rear.
Medal of Honor winner Robert A Gray Gray, Robert A c1865 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Robert A Gray
Robert A. Gray Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Connecticut.svg Company C, 21st Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Drewry's Bluff, Virginia May 16, 1864for extraordinary heroism on 16 May 1864, in action at Drewry's Bluff, Virginia. While retreating with his regiment, which had been repulsed, Sergeant Gray voluntarily returned, in face of the enemy's fire, to a former position and rescued a wounded officer of his company who was unable to walk.
Medal of Honor winner M. R. William Grebe Grebe, M. R. William c1913 GAR public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner M. R. William Grebe
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Missouri.svg Company F, 4th Missouri Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Jonesborough, Georgia Aug 31, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 31 August 1864, in action at Jonesboro, Georgia. While acting as aide and carrying orders across a most dangerous part of the battlefield, being hindered by a Confederate advance, Captain Grebe seized a rifle, took a place in the ranks and was conspicuous in repulsing the enemy.
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Medal of Honor winner George Green
George Green Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Ohio.svg Company H, 11th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tennessee Nov 25, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 25 November 1863, in action at Missionary Ridge, Tennessee. Corporal Green scaled the enemy's works and in a hand-to-hand fight helped capture the flag of the 18th Alabama Infantry (Confederate States of America).
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Abraham Greenawalt
Abraham Greenawalt Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company G, 104th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Franklin, Tennessee Nov 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 November 1864, in action at Franklin, Tennessee, for capture of Corps Headquarters flag (Confederate States of America).
John Greene Navy Captain of the Forecastle Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Varuna Aboard USS Varuna, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the USS Varuna during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and while under fire and ramming by the rebel ship Morgan , 24 April 1862. During this action at extremely close range while his ship was under furious fire and twice rammed by the rebel ship Morgan, Captain of the Forecastle Greene remained steadfast at his gun throughout the thickest of the fight and was instrumental in inflicting damage on the enemy until the Varuna, badly damaged and forced to beach, was finally sunk.
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O-04 Major and Assistant Adjutant General
Flag of the United States (1861-1863).svg VI Corps Battle of Antietam, Maryland Sep 17, 1862For extraordinary heroism on 17 September 1862, in action at Antietam, Maryland. Major Greene formed the columns under heavy fire and put them into position.
Medal of Honor winner Joseph Olds Gregg Gregg, Joseph Olds c1865 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Joseph Olds Gregg
Joseph O. Gregg Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company F, 133rd Ohio Infantry near the Richmond & Petersburg Ry., Virginia Jun 16, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 16 June 1864, in action at Richmond & Petersburg Railway, Virginia. Private Gregg voluntarily returned to the breastworks which his regiment had been forced to abandon to notify three missing companies that the regiment was falling back; found the enemy already in the works, refused a demand to surrender, returning to his command under a concentrated fire, several bullets passing through his hat and clothing.
Theodore W. Greig Army
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O-01 Second Lieutenant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company C, 61st New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Antietam, Maryland Sep 17, 1862For extraordinary heroism on 17 September 1862, in action at Antietam, Maryland. A Confederate regiment, the 4th Alabama Infantry (Confederate States of America), having planted its battle flag slightly in advance of the regiment, Second Lieutenant Greig rushed forward and seized it, and, although shot through the neck, retained the flag and brought it within the Union lines.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company D, 128th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Antietam, Maryland Sep 17, 1862For extraordinary heroism on 17 September 1862, in action at Antietam, Maryland. While exposed to the fire of the enemy, Corporal Gresser carried from the field a wounded comrade, William Henry Sowden.
James H. Gribben Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company C, 2nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Deatonsville (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of flag of 12th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
John Griffiths Navy Captain of the Forecastle Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Santiago de Cuba USS Santiago de Cuba Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher January 15, 1865For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. As one of a boat crew detailed to one of the generals on shore, Captain of the Forecastle Griffiths bravely entered the fort in the assault and accompanied his party in carrying dispatches at the height of the battle. He was one of six men who entered the fort in the assault from the fleet.
Samuel Grimshaw Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company B, 52nd Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Atlanta. Georgia Aug 6, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 6 August 1864, in action at Atlanta, Georgia. Private Grimshaw saved the lives of some of his comrades, and greatly imperiled his own by picking up and throwing away a lighted shell which had fallen in the midst of the company.
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O-06 Colonel
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 146th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Five Forks, Virginia Apr 1, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 1 April 1865, in action at Five Forks, Virginia. Colonel Grindlay was the first to enter the enemy's works, where he captured two flags.
Luke M. Griswold Navy Ordinary Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Rhode Island Aboard USS Rhode Island, loss of USS Monitor December 30, 1862For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Rhode Island which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the USS Monitor , 30 December 1862 near Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. Participating in the hazardous rescue of the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Ordinary Seaman Griswold, after rescuing several of the men, became separated in a heavy gale with other members of the cutter that had set out from the Rhode Island, and spent many hours in the small boat at the mercy of the weather and high seas until finally picked up by a schooner 50 miles east of Cape Hatteras.
George Grueb Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company E, 158th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 29 September 1864, in action at Chapin's Farm, Virginia, for gallantry in advancing to the ditch of the enemy's works.
FW-guerin.png Fitz W. Guerin Army E-01 Private Flag of Missouri.svg Battery A, 1st Missouri Light Artillery Battle of Grand Gulf, Mississippi Apr 28, 1863 Apr 29, 1863For extraordinary heroism on April 28 & 29, 1863, in action at Grand Gulf, Mississippi. With two comrades Private Guerin voluntarily took position on board the steamer Cheeseman, in charge of all the guns and ammunition of the battery, and remained in charge of the same for a considerable time while the steamer was unmanageable and subjected to a heavy fire from the enemy.
Thomas Guinn Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company D, 47th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
Nathaniel Gwynne 1870 public domain USGov.jpg Nathaniel Gwynne Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company H, 13th Ohio Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia Jul 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 July 1864, in action at Petersburg, Virginia. When about entering upon the charge, Private Gwynne, then but 15 years old, was cautioned not to go in, as he had not been mustered. He indignantly protected and participated in the charge, his left arm being crushed by a shell and amputated soon afterward.

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk.

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

ImageNameServiceRankUnit/CommandPlace of actionDate of actionNotes
John Hack 1915 public domain.jpg John Hack Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company B, 47th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Vicksburg, Mississippi May 3, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 3 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi. Private Hack was one of a party which volunteered and attempted to run the enemy's batteries with a steam tug and two barges loaded with subsistence stores.
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company F, 5th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 2 April 1865, in action at Petersburg, Virginia, for capture of flag of 23rd Tennessee Infantry (Confederate States of America) with several of the enemy.
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Michigan.svg Company F, 9th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Siege of Knoxville, Tennessee Nov 20, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 20 November 1863, in action at Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Tennessee. With one companion, Sergeant Hadley voluntarily carried through the enemy's lines important dispatches from General Grant to General Burnside, then besieged within Knoxville, and brought back replies, his comrade's horse being killed and the man taken prisoner.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New Hampshire.svg Company E, 6th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry near Pegram House, Virginia Sep 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 September 1864, in action at Pegram House, Virginia. As Color Bearer of his regiment Corporal Hadley defended his colors with great personal gallantry and brought them safely out of the action.
Edmund Haffee Navy Quarter Gunner Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS New Ironsides (1862) Aboard USS New Ironsides (1862), First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher Dec 1864 Jan 1865For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS New Ironsides (1862) during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13, 14, and 15 January 1865. The ship steamed in and took the lead in the ironclad division close inshore, and immediately opened its starboard battery in a barrage of well-directed fire to cause several fires and explosions and dismount several guns during the first two days of fighting. Taken under fire, as she steamed into position on 13 January, the New Ironsides fought all day and took on ammunition at night despite severe weather conditions. When the enemy came out of his bombproof to defend the fort against the storming party, the ship's battery disabled nearly every gun on the fort facing the shore before the cease-fire orders were given by the flagship.
Asel Hagerty Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company A, 61st New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Deatonsville (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of flag.
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Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company G, 72nd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia, Bristol Station, Virginia, and Manassas, Virginia May 5, 1862 and Aug 1862For extraordinary heroism on 5 May 1862, in action at Williamsburg, Virginia. Sergeant Haight voluntarily carried a severely wounded comrade off the field in the face of a large force of the enemy; in doing so was himself severely wounded and taken prisoner. He went into the fight at Bristol Station, Virginia, 27 29 August and 30, 1862, although severely disabled. At Manassas, he volunteered to search the woods for the wounded.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Michigan.svg Company E, 1st Michigan Volunteer Sharpshooters Regiment Petersburg, Virginia July 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 July 1864, in action at Petersburg, Virginia. Instead of retreating, Corporal Haight remained in the captured works, regardless of his personal safety and exposed to the firing, which he boldly and deliberately returned until the enemy was close upon him.
James Haley Navy Captain of the Forecastle Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Kearsarge Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France June 19, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of the Forecastle on board the USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as Captain of a gun during the bitter engagement, Haley exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly commended by his division officer for his gallantry and meritorious achievement under enemy fire.
Francis Bloodgood Hall 1865 public domain.jpg Francis B. Hall Army Chaplain Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 16th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Salem Church, Virginia May 3, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 3 May 1863, in action at Salem Heights, Fredericksburg, Virginia. Chaplain Hall voluntarily exposed himself to a heavy fire during the thickest of the fight and carried wounded men to the rear for treatment and attendance.
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O-01 Second Lieutenant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company G, 121st New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gaines' Mill, Virginia June 27, 1862For extraordinary heroism on 27 June 1862, in action at Gaines Mill, Virginia. Although wounded Second Lieutenant Hall remained on duty and participated in the battle with his company. At Rappahannock Station, Virginia, 7 November 1863, while acting as aide, Captain Hall rendered gallant and prompt assistance in reforming the regiments inside the enemy's works.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Ohio.svg Company I, 104th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Franklin, Tennessee Nov 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 November 1864, in action at Franklin, Tennessee, for capture of flag, believed to have belonged to Steward's Corps (Confederate States of America).
Nathan M. Hallock Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company K, 124th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Bristol Station, Virginia Jun 15, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 15 June 1863, in action at Bristoe Station, Virginia. At imminent peril Private Hallock saved from death or capture a disabled officer of his company by carrying him under a hot musketry fire, to a place of safety.
William Halstead Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Coxswain Halstead fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan.
Mark G. Ham Navy Carpenter's Mate Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Kearsarge Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France June 19, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Performing his duties intelligently and faithfully, Carpenter's Mate Ham distinguished himself in the face of the bitter enemy fire and was highly commended by his divisional officer.
Hugh Hamilton Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Coxswain Hamilton fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan.
Richard Hamilton Navy Coal Heaver Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 AboardOctober 27, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 , in action near Plymouth, North Carolina, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram Albemarle which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and then made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost.
Thomas W. Hamilton Navy Quartermaster Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Cincinnati Aboard USS Cincinnati, Operations against Vicksburg May 27, 1863For extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Quartermaster on board the USS Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg (Mississippi) batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863. Engaging the enemy in a fierce battle, the Cincinnati, amidst an incessant fire of shot and shell, continued to fire her guns to the last although so penetrated by enemy shell fire that her fate was sealed. Conspicuously gallant during this action, Quartermaster Hamilton, severely wounded at the wheel, returned to his post and had to be sent below, to hear the incessant roar of guns as the gallant ship went down, "her colors nailed to the mast."
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Missouri.svg Battery A, 1st Missouri Light Artillery Grand Gulf, Mississippi Apr 28, 1863 Apr 29, 1863For extraordinary heroism on April 28 & 29, 1863, in action at Grand Gulf, Mississippi. With two comrades Sergeant Hammel voluntarily took position on board the steamer Cheeseman, in charge of all the guns and ammunition of the battery, and remained in charge of the same for considerable time while the steamer was unmanageable and subjected to a heavy fire from the enemy.
Allexander Hand Navy Quartermaster Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Ceres Aboard USS Ceres July 9, 1862For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Ceres in the fight near Hamilton, Roanoke River, North Carolina, 9 July 1862. Fired on by the enemy with small arms, Quartermaster Hand courageously returned the raking enemy fire and was spoken of for good conduct and cool bravery under enemy fire, by the commanding officer.
Milton haney.jpg Milton L. Haney Army Chaplain Flag of Illinois.svg 55th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Battle of Atlanta, Georgia Jul 22, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 22 July 1864, in action at Atlanta, Georgia. Chaplain Haney voluntarily carried a musket in the ranks of his regiment and rendered heroic service in retaking the Federal works which had been captured by the enemy.
Edward R. Hanford Army E-01 Private Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg 2nd U.S. Cavalry Regiment Woodstock, Virginia Oct 9, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 9 October 1864, in action at Woodstock, Virginia, for capture of flag of 32nd Battalion Virginia Cavalry (Confederate States of America)..
Joseph Hanks Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg 37th Ohio Infantry Vicksburg Mississippi May 22, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi. Private Hanks voluntarily and under fire went to the rescue of a wounded comrade lying between the lines, gave him water, and brought him off the field.
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company B, 50th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Siege of Port Hudson, Louisiana Jul 4, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 4 July 1863, in action at Port Hudson, Louisiana. Sergeant Hanna voluntarily exposed himself to a heavy fire to get water for comrades in rifle pits.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Minnesota.svg Company B, 2nd Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment Nolensville, Tennessee Feb 15, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 15 February 1863, in action at Nolensville, Tennessee. Corporal Hanna 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.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Maine.svg Company F, 19th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment Bristoe Station, Virginia Oct 14, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 14 October 1863, in action at Bristoe Station, Virginia, for capture of the flag of 26th North Carolina (Confederate States of America).
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O-05 Lieutenant Colonel
Flag of Illinois.svg 104th Illinois Infantry Battle of Peachtree Creek, Georgia Jul 20, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 20 July 1864, in action at Peach Tree Creek, Georgia. With conspicuous coolness and bravery Lieutenant Colonel Hapeman rallied his men under a severe attack, re-formed the broken ranks, and repulsed the attack.
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John H. Harbourne Army E-01 Private Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company K, 29th Massachusetts Infantry Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Jun 17, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 17 June 1864, in action at Petersburg, Virginia, for capture of flag along with three enemy men.
Thomas Harcourt Navy Ordinary Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Minnesota Aboard USS Minnesota, Second Battle of Fort Fisher January 15, 1865For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Landing on the beach with the assaulting party from his ship, Ordinary Seaman Harcourt advanced to the top of the sand hill and partly through the breach in the palisades despite enemy fire which killed and wounded many officers and men. When more than two-thirds of the men become seized with panic and retreated on the run, he remained with the party until dark when it came safely away, bringing its wounded, its arms and its colors.
Henry M. Hardenbergh * Army E-01 Private Flag of Illinois.svg 39th Illinois Veteran Volunteer Infantry Deep Run, Virginia Aug 16, 1864for extraordinary heroism on 16 August 1864, in action at Deep Run, Virginia, for capture of flag. Private Hardenbergh was wounded in the shoulder during this action. He was killed in action at Petersburg, Virginia, on 28 August 1864.
Thomas Harding Navy Captain of the Forecastle Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Dacotah Aboard USS Dacotah June 9, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of the Forecastle on board the USS Dacotah on the occasion of the destruction of the blockade runner Pevensey, near Beaufort, North Carolina, 9 June 1864. Learning that one of the officers in the boat, which was in danger of being, and subsequently was, swamped, could not swim, Captain of the Forecastle Harding remarked to him: "If we are swamped, sir, I shall carry you to the beach or I will never go there myself.'" He did not succeed in carrying out his promise, but made desperate efforts to do so, while others thought only of themselves. Such conduct is worthy of appreciation and admiration--a sailor risking his own life to save that of an officer.
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company G, 132nd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Bachelors Creek, North Carolina Feb 1, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 1 February 1864, in action at Bachelor's Creek, North Carolina. With a command of 11 men, on picket, First Lieutenant Haring resisted the attack of an overwhelming force of the enemy.
Bernard Harley Navy Ordinary Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 Aboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1October 27, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 , in action near Plymouth, North Carolina, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram Albemarle which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and then made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company K, 211th Pennsylvania Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 2 April 1865, in action at Petersburg, Virginia, for capture of flag.
Daniel Harrington Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Pocahontas USS Pocahontas landing partyMarch 11, 1862Harrington participated in a shore mission to procure meat for the ship's crew. While returning to the beach, the party was fired on from ambush and several men killed or wounded. Cool and courageous throughout his action, Harrington rendered gallant service against the enemy and in administering to the casualties.
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Vermont.svg Company G, 2nd Vermont Infantry Second Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia May 3, 1863Carried the colors to the top of the heights and almost to the muzzle of the enemy's guns.
George W. Harris Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company B, 148th Pennsylvania Infantry Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864Capture of flag, wresting it from the color bearer and shooting an officer who attempted to regain it.
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg Company B, 38th Regiment United States Colored Troops Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864Gallantry in the assault.
John Harris Navy Captain of the Forecastle Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Metacomet Aboard USS Metacomet, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864As captain of the forecastle on board USS Metacomet, Harris was a member of the boat's crew which went to the rescue of the officers and crew of the U.S. monitor Tecumseh, when that vessel was struck by a torpedo in passing the enemy forts in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg 1st U.S. Cavalry Smithfield, Virginia Aug 28, 1864In an attack upon a largely superior force, his personal gallantry was so conspicuous as to inspire the men to extraordinary efforts, resulting in complete rout of the enemy.
Sampson Harris 1880 public domain USGov.jpg Sampson Harris Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company K, 37th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
George H. Harrison Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Kearsarge Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France June 19, 1864Served on board USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the Confederate raider Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger and loader of the 11-inch pivot gun during the bitter engagement, Harrison exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer.
John W. Hart Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company D, 6th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 2, 1863Was one of six volunteers who charged upon a log house near the Devil's Den, where a squad of the enemy's sharpshooters were sheltered, and compelled their surrender.
William E. Hart Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company B, 8th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Shenandoah Valley, Virginia 1864 and 1865Gallant conduct and services as scout in connection with capture of the guerrilla Harry Gilmor, and other daring acts.
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O-06 Colonel
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg 4th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia Jul 21, 1861Remained in battle despite his term of service having ended.
Harry Harvey Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company A, 22nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865Capture of flag and bearer, with two other prisoners.
Frank W. Haskell Army
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E-09 Sergeant Major
Flag of Maine.svg 3rd Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Seven Pines, Virginia Jun 1, 1862Assumed command of a portion of the left wing of his regiment, all the company officers present having been killed or disabled, led it gallantly across a stream and contributed most effectively to the success of the action.
Marcus M. Haskell Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company C, 35th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Battle of Antietam, Maryland Sep 17, 1862Although wounded and exposed to a heavy fire from the enemy, at the risk of his own life he rescued a badly wounded comrade and succeeded in conveying him to a place of safety.
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Medal of Honor winner
Smith H. Hastings Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Michigan.svg Company M, 5th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Newbys Crossroads, Virginia Jul 24, 1863While in command of a squadron in rear guard of a cavalry division, then retiring before the advance of a corps of infantry, was attacked by the enemy and, orders having been given to abandon the guns of a section of field artillery with the rear guard that were in imminent danger of capture, he disregarded the orders received and aided in repelling the attack and saving the guns.
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O-07 Brigadier General
Flag of the United States (1861-1863).svg 1st Division, III Corps Battle of South Mountain, Maryland Sep 14, 1862Was severely wounded while leading one of his brigades in the attack under a heavy fire from the enemy.
Edward W. Hathaway Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Sciota Aboard USS Sciota, Vicksburg, MississippiJune 28, 1862Struck by a bullet which severed his left arm above the elbow, Hathaway displayed exceptional courage as his ship sustained numerous damaging hits from stem to stern while proceeding down the river to fight the battle of Vicksburg.
John H. Havron Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Rhode Island.svg Battery G, 1st Rhode Island Light Artillery Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865Was one of a detachment of 20 picket artillerymen who voluntarily accompanied an infantry assaulting party and who turned upon the enemy the guns captured in the assault.
Charles Hawkins Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Agawam Aboard USS Agawam, First Battle of Fort Fisher December 23, 1864Hawkins served on board USS Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powderboat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, 23 December 1864.
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company D, 3rd Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865When the lines were wavering from the well-directed fire of the enemy, this officer, acting adjutant of the regiment, sprang forward, and with encouraging words cheered the soldiers on and, although dangerously wounded, refused to leave the field until the enemy's works were taken.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Ohio.svg Company A, 33rd Ohio Infantry Great Locomotive Chase, Georgia Apr 1862One 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, Georgia, in an attempt to destroy the bridges and track between Chattanooga and Atlanta.
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E-09 Sergeant Major
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg 6th United States Colored Infantry Regiment Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864Rescue of regimental colors.
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Medal of Honor winner
Harris S. Hawthorne Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company F, 121st New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865Captured the Confederate Gen. G. W. Custis Lee. [2]
Joseph B. Hayden Navy Quartermaster Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Ticonderoga Aboard USS Ticonderoga, Second Battle of Fort Fisher January 13, 1865 January 15, 1865On board USS Ticonderoga, as quartermaster in charge of steering the ship into action, during attacks on Fort Fisher, 13 to 15 January 1865.
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Medal of Honor winner
John Hayes Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Kearsarge Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France June 19, 1864Served on board USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the Confederate raider Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as second captain of the No. 2 gun during this bitter engagement, Hayes exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer.
Thomas Hayes Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864As Captain of No. 1 gun on board USS Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Cool and courageous at his station throughout the prolonged action, Hayes maintained fire from his gun on Fort Morgan and on ships of the Confederacy despite extremely heavy return fire.
Asbury F. Haynes Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Maine.svg Company F, 17th Maine Volunteer Infantry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865Capture of flag
John H. Hays 1895 public domain USGov.jpg John H. Hays Army E-01 Private Flag of Iowa.svg Company F, 4th Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Columbus, Georgia Apr 16, 1865Capture of flag and bearer Austin's Battery (C.S.A.).
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Medal of Honor winner
George W. Healey Army E-01 Private Flag of Iowa.svg 5th Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Newnan, Georgia Jul 29, 1864When nearly surrounded by the enemy, captured a Confederate soldier, and with the aid of a comrade who joined him later, captured 4 other Confederate soldiers, disarmed the 5 prisoners, and brought them all into the Union lines.
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg 4th U.S. Cavalry near Harpeth River, Tennessee Dec 17, 1864At the head of his regiment charged a field battery with strong infantry supports, broke the enemy's line and, with other mounted troops, captured 3 guns and many prisoners.
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O-03 Captain
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company C, 6th New York Cavalry Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia Apr 30, 1863Took command of the regiment as its senior officer when surrounded by Stuart's Cavalry. The regiment cut its way through the enemy's line and escaped but Capt. Heermance was desperately wounded, left for dead on the field and was taken prisoner.
Henry Heller Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Ohio.svg Company A, 66th Ohio Infantry Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 2, 1863One of a party of four who, under heavy fire, voluntarily brought into the Union lines a wounded Confederate officer from whom was obtained valuable information concerning the position of the enemy.
David H. Helms Army E-01 Private Flag of Indiana.svg Company B, 83rd Indiana Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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O-06 Colonel
Flag of Massachusetts.svg 40th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia Jun 1, 1864Led the assaults of his brigade upon the enemy's works.
James Henry Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Illinois.svg Company B, 113th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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O-06 Colonel
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg 10th Vermont Infantry Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia Oct 19, 1864Though suffering from severe wounds, rejoined his regiment and let it in a brilliant charge, recapturing the guns of an abandoned battery.
Pitt B. Herington Army E-01 Private Flag of Iowa.svg Company E, 11th Iowa Volunteer Infantry Regiment near Kenesaw Mountain, Georgia Jun 15, 1864With one companion and under a fierce fire of the enemy at close range, went to the rescue of a wounded comrade who had fallen between the lines and carried him to a place of safety.
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Flag of Iowa.svg 9th Iowa Volunteer Infantry Regiment Pea Ridge, Ark.May 7, 1862Was foremost in leading his men, rallying them to repeated acts of daring, until himself disabled and taken prisoner.
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Flag of Maine.svg 13th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment Matagorda Bay, Tex.Dec 29, 1863 Dec 30, 1863In command of a detachment of 100 men, conducted a reconnaissance for 2 days, baffling and beating back an attacking force of more than a thousand Confederate cavalry, and regained his transport without loss.
Joseph C. Hibson publicdomain.jpg Joseph C. Hibson Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company C, 48th New York Infantry near Fort Wagner, South Carolina Jul 1863While voluntarily performing picket duty under fire on 13 July 1863, was attacked and his surrender demanded, but he killed his assailant. The day following responded to a call for a volunteer to reconnoiter the enemy's position, and went within the enemy's lines under fire and was exposed to great danger. On 18 July voluntarily exposed himself with great gallantry during an assault, and received 3 wounds that permanently disabled him for active service.
Dennis W. Hickey Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company E, 2nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Stony Creek Bridge, Virginia Jun 29, 1864With a detachment of three men, tore up the bridge at Stony Creek being the last man on the bridge and covering the retreat until he was shot down.
John Hickman Navy Second Class Fireman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Siege of Port Hudson March 14, 1863Served on board USS Richmond in the attack on Port Hudson, 14 March 1863.
Nathan E. Hickok Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Connecticut.svg Company A, 8th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864Capture of flag
Charles Higby Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company F, 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment Appomattox Campaign, Virginia Mar 29, 1865 Apr 9, 1865Capture of flag
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Illinois.svg Company D, 99th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863Received the Medal of Honor at the request of the Confederates who captured him.
Patrick Highland Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Illinois.svg Company D, 23rd Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865Conspicuous gallantry as color bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg.
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Michigan.svg Company K, 16th Michigan Infantry Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia Jun 1, 1864Led the brigade skirmish line in a desperate charge on the enemy's masked batteries to the muzzles of the guns, where he was severely wounded.
Henry Hill Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company C, 50th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia May 6, 1864This soldier, with one companion, would not retire when his regiment fell back in confusion after an unsuccessful charge, but instead advanced and continued firing upon the enemy until the regiment re-formed and regained its position.
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Iowa.svg Company C, 50th Iowa Volunteer Infantry Battle of Champion Hill, Mississippi May 16, 1863By skillful and brave management captured three of the enemy's pickets.
James Hill Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company C, 14th New York Heavy Artillery Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia Jul 30, 1864Capture of flag, shooting a Confederate officer who was rallying his men with the colors in his hand.
Benjamin franklin hilliker.jpg Benjamin F. Hilliker Army Musician Flag of Wisconsin.svg Company A, 8th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment Mechanicsburg, MississippiJune 4, 1863When men were needed to oppose a superior Confederate force he laid down his drum for a rifle and proceeded to the front of the skirmish line which was about 120 ft (37 m) from the enemy. While on this volunteer mission and firing at the enemy he was hit in the head with a minie ball which passed through him. An order was given to "lay him in the shade; he won't last long." He recovered from this wound being left with an ugly scar.
William Giles Hills publicdomain.jpg William G. Hills Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company E, 9th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment North Fork, Virginia September 26, 1864Voluntarily carried a severely wounded comrade out of a heavy fire of the enemy.
Alfred B. Hilton * Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg Company H, 4th Regiment United States Colored Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia September 29, 1864When the regimental color bearer fell, this soldier seized the color and carried it forward, together with the national standard, until disabled at the enemy's inner line.
William B. Hincks2 1865 public domain.jpg William B. Hincks Army
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E-09 Sergeant Major
Flag of Connecticut.svg Company A, 14th Connecticut Infantry Regiment Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 3, 1863During the high-water mark of Pickett's charge on 3 July 1863 the colors of the 14th Tenn. Inf. C.S.A. were planted 50 yards in front of the center of Sgt. Maj. Hincks' regiment.
William Hinnegan Navy Second Class Fireman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Agawam Aboard USS Agawam, First Battle of Fort Fisher December 23, 1864Hinnegan served on board USS Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, 23 December 1864.
Addison J. Hodges Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company B, 47th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Vicksburg, Mississippi May 3, 1863Was 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.
Heinrich Hoffman 1865 public domain.jpg Heinrich Hoffman Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Ohio.svg Company M, 2nd Ohio Cavalry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865Capture of flag.
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Thomas W. Hoffman Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company A, 208th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865Prevented a retreat of his regiment during the battle.
Franklin Hogan Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company A, 45th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia Jul 30, 1864Capture of flag of 6th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
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Medal of Honor winner
William P. Hogarty Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company D, 2nd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Antietam, Maryland and Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia Sep 17, 1862 and Dec 13, 1862Distinguished gallantry in actions while attached to Battery B, 4th U.S. Artillery; lost his left arm at Fredericksburg.
Daniel Holcomb Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company A, 41st Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Brentwood Hills, Tennessee Dec 16, 1864Capture of Confederate guidon.
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Medal of Honor winner
James Holehouse Army E-01 Private Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company B, 7th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Marye's Heights, Virginia May 3, 1863First name sometimes given as John. With one companion voluntarily and with conspicuous daring advanced beyond his regiment, which had been broken In the assault, and halted beneath the crest. Following the example of these two men, the colors were brought to the summit, the regiment was advanced and the position held.
Lemuel F. Holland Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Illinois.svg Company D, 104th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Elk River, Tennessee Jul 2, 1863Voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.
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Medal of Honor winner
Milton M. Holland Army
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E-09 Sergeant Major
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg 5th United States Colored Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864Took command of Company C, after all the officers had been killed or wounded, and gallantly led it.
George Hollat Navy Third Class Boy Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Varuna Aboard USS Varuna, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862Hollat served as third class boy on board USS Varuna during an attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, 24 April 1862.
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Medal of Honor winner
Lovilo N. Holmes Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Minnesota.svg Company H, 2nd Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment Nolensville, Tennessee Feb 15, 1863Was 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.
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Medal of Honor winner
William T. Holmes Army E-01 Private Flag of Indiana.svg Company A, 3rd Indiana Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865Capture of flag of 27th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
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Medal of Honor winner
Charles M. Holton Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Michigan.svg Company A, 7th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Falling Waters, Virginia Jul 14, 1863Capture of flag of 55th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.). In the midst of the battle with foot soldiers he dismounted to capture the flag.
Edward A. Holton Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company I, 6th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Lees Mills, Virginia Apr 16, 1862Rescued the colors of his regiment under heavy fire, the color bearer having been shot down while the troops were in retreat.
Conrad Homan Army
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E-08 Color Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company A, 29th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia Jul 30, 1864Fought his way through the enemy's lines with the regimental colors, the rest of the color guard being killed or captured.
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Medal of Honor winner
George W. Hooker Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company E, 4th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of South Mountain, Maryland Sep 14, 1862Rode alone, in advance of his regiment, into the enemy's lines, and before his own men came up received the surrender of the major of a Confederate regiment, together with the colors and 116 men.
William B. Hooper Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New Jersey.svg Company L, 1st New Jersey Volunteer Cavalry Chamberlains Creek, Virginia Mar 31, 1865With the assistance of a comrade, headed off the advance of the enemy, shooting two of his color bearers; also posted himself between the enemy and the led horses of his own command, thus saving the herd from capture.
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Medal of Honor winner
Charles F. Hopkins Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New Jersey.svg Company I, 1st New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Gaines Mill, Virginia Jun 27, 1862Voluntarily carried a wounded comrade, under heavy fire, to a place of safety; though twice wounded in the act, he continued in action until again severely wounded.
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Medal of Honor winner
Thomas Horan Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company E, 72nd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 2, 1863In a charge of his regiment this soldier captured the regimental flag of the 8th Florlda Infantry (C.S.A.).
Michael C Horgan framed.jpg Michael C. Horgan Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Tacony Aboard USS Tacony October 31, 1864Served under the name "Martin Howard", medal issued in this name. Served on board the U.S.S. Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, N.C., 31 October 1864. Carrying out his duties faithfully during the capture of Plymouth, Howard 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.
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Medal of Honor winner
Samuel B. Horne Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Connecticut.svg Company H, 11th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Regiment Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864While acting as an aide and carrying an important message, was severely wounded and his horse killed but delivered the order and rejoined his general.
William H. Horsfall.jpg William H. Horsfall Army Drummer Flag of Kentucky.svg Company G, 1st Regiment Kentucky Volunteer Infantry Siege of Corinth, Mississippi May 21, 1862Fifteen years old at time of Medal of Honor action.
James Horton (Medal of Honor, 1864) Navy Gunner's Mate Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Montauk Aboard USS Montauk September 21, 1864During the night of 21 September, when fire was discovered in the magazine lightroom of the vessel, causing a panic and demoralizing the crew, Horton rushed into the cabin, obtained the magazine keys, sprang into the lightroom and began passing out combustibles, Including the box of signals in which the fire originated.
Lewis A Horton Walking.jpg Lewis A. Horton Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Rhode Island Aboard USS Rhode Island, loss of USS Monitor December 30, 1862Served on board USS Rhode Island, which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of USS Monitor, 30 December 1862.
Solomon J. Hottenstine Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company C, 107th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Petersburg and Norfolk Railroad, Virginia Aug 19, 1864Captured flag belonging to a North Carolina regiment, and through a ruse led them into the arms of Federal troops.
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Medal of Honor winner
Ira Hough Army E-01 Private Flag of Indiana.svg Company E, 8th Indiana Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia Oct 19, 1864Capture of flag.
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Medal of Honor winner
Charles H. Houghton Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of New York.svg Company L, 14th New York Heavy Artillery Battle of the Crater and Battle of Fort Stedman, Petersburg, Virginia Jul 30, 1864 and Mar 25, 1865In the Union assault at the Crater (30 July 1864), and in the Confederate assault repelled at Fort Haskell, displayed most conspicuous gallantry and repeatedly exposed himself voluntarily to great danger, was three times wounded, and suffered loss of a leg.
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Medal of Honor winner
Edward J. Houghton Navy Ordinary Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg U.S. Picket Boat No. 1Aboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1October 27, 1864Houghton served on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 in action, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram Albemarle, which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her.
George L. Houghton Army E-01 Private Flag of Illinois.svg Company D, 104th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Elk River, Tennessee Jul 2, 1863Voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.
William Houlton 1905 public domain USGov.jpg William Houlton Army
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E-07 Commissary Sergeant
US flag 35 stars.svg 1st West Virginia Cavalry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865Capture of flag.
Henderson C. Howard Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company B, 11th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment Glendale, Virginia Jun 30, 1862While pursuing one of the enemy's sharpshooters, encountered 2 others, whom he bayoneted in hand-to-hand encounters; was 3 times wounded in action.
Hiram R. Howard 1905 public domain USGov.jpg Hiram R. Howard Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company H, 11th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Missionary Ridge, Tennessee November 25, 1863Scaled the enemy's works and in a hand-to-hand fight helped capture the flag of the 18th Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.).
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Medal of Honor winner
James Howard Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company K, 158th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Fort Gregg, Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865Carried the colors in advance of the line of battle, the flagstaff being shot off while he was planting it on the parapet of the fort.
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O-07 Brigadier General
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 61st New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Seven Pines, Virginia Jun 1, 1862Led the 61st New York Infantry in a charge in which he was twice severely wounded in the right arm, necessitating amputation.
Peter Howard Navy Boatswain's Mate Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Mississippi Aboard USS Mississippi, Siege of Port Hudson March 14, 1863Served on board USS Mississippi during the action against Port Hudson, 14 March 1863.
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Medal of Honor winner
Squire E. Howard Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company H, 8th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Bayou Teche, Louisiana Jan 14, 1863Voluntarily carried an important message through the heavy fire of the enemy to bring aid and save the gunboat Calhoun.
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Medal of Honor winner
Orion P. Howe Army Musician Flag of Illinois.svg Company C, 55th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 19, 1863A drummer boy, 14 years of age, and severely wounded and exposed to a heavy fire from the enemy, he persistently remained upon the field of battle until he had reported to Gen. W. T. Sherman the necessity of supplying cartridges for the use of troops under command of Colonel Malmborg.
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Medal of Honor winner
William H. Howe Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company K, 29th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Fort Stedman, Virginia Mar 25, 1865Served an abandoned gun under heavy fire.
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Medal of Honor winner
William S. Hubbell Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Connecticut.svg Company A, 21st Connecticut Infantry Regiment Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 30, 1864Bravery in leading flanking movement, capturing large number of prisoners.
Aaron R. Hudson Army E-01 Private Flag of Indiana.svg Company C, 17th Indiana Volunteer Mounted Infantry Regiment Culloden, Georgia Apr 1865Capture of flag of Worrill Grays (C.S.A.).
Michael Hudson Marine Corps
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of the United States Marine Corps.svg USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864On board USS Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864
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Medal of Honor winner
Oliver Hughes Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Kentucky.svg Company C, 12th Kentucky Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road, Virginia Jun 24, 1864Capture of flag of 11th South Carolina (C.S.A.).
John Hughey Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Ohio.svg Company L, 2nd Ohio Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865Capture of flag of 38th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
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O-05 Lieutenant Colonel
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg 150th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 1, 1863While engaged in repelling an attack of the enemy, received a severe wound of the right arm, but instead of retiring remained at the front in command of the regiment.
Louis T. Hunt Army E-01 Private Flag of Missouri.svg Company H, 6th Missouri Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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Medal of Honor winner
Charles A. Hunter Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company E, 34th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865In the assault on Fort Gregg, bore the regimental flag bravely and was among the foremost to enter the work.
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Medal of Honor winner
John C. Hunterson Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company B, 3rd Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry On the Peninsula, Virginia Jun 5, 1862While under fire, between the lines of the 2 armies, voluntarily gave up his own horse to an engineer officer whom he was accompanying on a reconnaissance and whose horse had been killed, thus enabling the officer to escape with valuable papers in his possession.
Michael Huskey Navy Fireman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Carondelet Aboard USS Carondelet Mar 1863Fireman on board USS Carondelet, Deer Creek Expedition, March 1863. Carrying out his duties gallantly, Huskey volunteered to aid in the rescue of the tug Ivy under the fire of the enemy, and set forth general meritorious conduct during this hazardous mission.
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Medal of Honor winner
Theodore Hyatt Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Illinois.svg Company D, 127th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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Medal of Honor winner
Thomas W. Hyde Army
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O-04 Major
Flag of Maine.svg 7th Maine Volunteer Infantry Battle of Antietam, Maryland Sep 17, 1862Led his regiment in an assault on a strong body of the enemy's infantry and kept up the fight until the greater part of his men had been killed or wounded, bringing the remainder safely out of the fight.
John Hyland Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Signal Aboard USS Signal, Red River Campaign May 5, 1864Served as seaman on board USS Signal which was attacked by field batteries and sharpshooters and destroyed in Red River, 5 May 1864.
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Medal of Honor winner
Samuel Hymer Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Illinois.svg Company D, 115th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Buzzard's Roost Gap, Georgia Oct 13, 1864With only 41 men under his command (Company D, 115th Illinois Infantry), defended and held a blockhouse against the attack of Hood's Division for nearly 10 hours, thus checking the advance of the enemy and insuring the safety of the balance of the regiment, as well as that of the 8th Kentucky Infantry, then stationed at Ringgold, Georgia

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk.

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

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Ilgenfritz, Charles Henry c1865 MoH winner public domain.jpg Charles H. Ilgenfritz Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company E, 207th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment Fort Sedgwick, Virginia Apr 2, 1865The color bearer falling, pierced by 7 balls, he immediately sprang forward and grasped the colors, planting them upon the enemy's forts amid a murderous fire of grape, canister, and musketry from the enemy.
Lorenzo D. Immell 1895 public domain USGov.jpg Lorenzo D. Immell Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of the United States (1861-1863).svg Company F, 2nd U.S. Artillery Battle of Wilson's Creek, MissouriAug 10, 1861Bravery in action
Lewis J. Ingalls Army E-01 Private Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg K, 8th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Boutte Station, LouisianaSep 4, 1862A railroad train guarded by about 60 men on flat cars having been sidetracked by a misplaced switch into an ambuscade of guerrillas who were rapidly shooting down the unprotected guards, this soldier, under a severe fire in which he was wounded, ran to another switch and, opening it, enabled the train and the surviving guards to escape.
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Ohio.svg K, 12th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of South Mountain, Maryland Sep 14, 1862Alone and unaided and with his left hand disabled, captured a Confederate captain and four men.
Joseph Irlam Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864Stationed at the wheel on board USS Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864. When heavy enemy fire struck down several men at their guns and replacements were not available, Irlam voluntarily released two men who were stationed with him and carried on at the wheel with the assistance of only one of the crew throughout the battle.
Irsch, Francis 1863 public domain USGov.jpg Francis Irsch Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company D, 45th New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 1, 1863Gallantry in flanking the enemy and capturing a number of prisoners and in holding a part of the town against heavy odds while the Army was rallying on Cemetery Hill.
John Irving Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864On board USS Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Thomas Irving Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Lehigh Aboard USS Lehigh, Charleston Harbor November 16, 1863Served on board USS Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, 16 November 1863, during the hazardous task of freeing Lehigh, which had grounded, and was under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie. Rowing the small boat which was used in the hazardous task of transferring hawsers from Lehigh to Nahant. Irving twice succeeded in making the trip, while under severe fire from the enemy, only to find that each had been in vain when the hawsers were cut by hostile fire and chafing.
Nicholas Irwin Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864On board USS Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Irwin fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan.
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Michigan.svg Company H, 14th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment Jonesboro, Georgia Sep 1, 1864In a charge by the 14th Michigan Infantry against the entrenched enemy was the first man over the line of works of the enemy, and demanded and received the surrender of Confederate Gen. Daniel Govan and his command.

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk.

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

ImageNameServiceRankUnit/CommandPlace of actionDate of actionNotes

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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Connecticut.svg Company F, 7th Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Battle of James Island, South Carolina Jun 16, 1862For extraordinary heroism on 16 June 1862,in action at James Island, South Carolina. Having his left arm shot away in a charge on the enemy, First Sergeant Jackson continued on duty, taking part in a second and a third charge until he fell exhausted from the loss of blood.
Eugene P. Jacobson Army
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E-09 Sergeant Major
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 74th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 2, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 2 May 1863, in action at Chancellorsville, Virginia, for bravery in conducting a scouting party in front of the enemy.
Isaac James Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company H, 110th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 2 April 1865, in action at Petersburg, Virginia, for capture of flag.
John H. James Navy Captain of the Top Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the USS Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Captain of the Top James fought his gun with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan.
Miles James Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg Company B, 36th United States Colored Infantry Regiment Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 September 1864, in action at Chapin's Farm, Virginia. Having had his arm mutilated, making immediate amputation necessary, Corporal James loaded and discharged his piece with one hand and urged his men forward; this within 30 yards of the enemy's works.
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company B, 139th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia and Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Jul 30, 1864 and Sep 29, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 July 1864. First Sergeant Jamieson voluntarily went between the lines under a heavy fire at Petersburg, Virginia, to the assistance of a wounded and helpless officer, whom he carried within the Union lines. At Fort Harrison, Virginia, 29 September 1864, he seized the regimental color, the Color Bearer and guard having been shot down, and, rushing forward, planted it upon the fort in full view of the entire brigade.
James Jardine 1865 public domain USGov.jpg James Jardine Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Ohio.svg Company F, 54th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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Medal of Honor winner
Benjamin H. Jellison Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company C, 19th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 3, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 3 July 1863, in action at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, for capture of flag of 57th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.). He also assisted in taking prisoners.
Thomas Jenkins Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Cincinnati Aboard USS Cincinnati, Operations against Vicksburg May 27, 1863For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg (Mississippi) batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863. Engaging the enemy in a fierce battle, the Cincinnati, amidst an incessant fire of shot and shell, continued to fire her guns to the last, though so penetrated by shell fire that her fate was sealed. Serving bravely during this action, Seaman Jenkins was conspicuously cool under the fire of the enemy, never ceasing to fight until this proud ship went down, "her colors nailed to the mast."
James T. Jennings Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company K, 56th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia Aug 20, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 20 August 1864, in action at Weldon Railroad, Virginia, for capture of flag of 55th North Carolina Infantry (Confederate States of America).
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Medal of Honor winner
Erastus W. Jewett Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company A, 9th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Newport Barracks, North Carolina Feb 2, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 2 February 1864, in action at Newport Barracks, North Carolina. By long and persistent resistance and burning the bridges, First Lieutenant Jewett kept a superior force of the enemy at a distance and thus covered the retreat of the garrison.
William John Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company E, 37th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
Franklin Johndro medal of honor.jpg Franklin Johndro Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company A, 118th New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 September 1864,in action at Chapin's Farm, Virginia, in the capture of 40 prisoners.
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Elisha Johns Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Illinois.svg Company B, 113th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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Medal of Honor winner
Henry T. Johns Army E-01 Private Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company C, 49th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment Siege of Port Hudson, Louisiana May 27, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 27 May 1863, in action at Port Hudson, Louisiana. Private Johns volunteered in response to a call and took part in the movement that was made upon the enemy's works under a heavy fire there from in advance of the general assault.
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Andrew Johnson Army E-01 Private Flag of Illinois.svg Company G, 116th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
Follett Johnson Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company H, 60th New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of New Hope Church, Georgia May 27, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 27 May 1864, in action at New Hope Church, Georgia. Corporal Johnson voluntarily exposed himself to the fire of a Confederate sharpshooter, thus drawing fire upon himself and enabling his comrade to shoot the sharpshooter.
Henry Johnson Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Metacomet Aboard USS Metacomet, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the USS Metacomet , Johnson served as a member of the boat's crew which went to the rescue of the U.S. Monitor Tecumseh when that vessel was struck by a torpedo in passing the enemy forts in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. He braved the enemy fire which was said by the admiral to be "one of the most galling" he had ever seen, and aided in rescuing from death ten of the crew of the Tecumseh, thereby eliciting the admiration of both friend and foe.
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Joseph E. Johnson Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company A, 58th Pennsylvania Infantry Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 29 September 1864, in action at Fort Harrison, Virginia. Though twice severely wounded while advancing in the assault, First Lieutenant Johnson disregarded his injuries and was among the first to enter the fort, where he was wounded for the third time.
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Medal of Honor winner
Ruel M. Johnson Army
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O-04 Major
Flag of Indiana.svg 100th Indiana Infantry Regiment Chattanooga, Tennessee Nov 25, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 25 November 1863, in action at Chattanooga, Tennessee. While in command of the regiment Major Johnson bravely exposed himself to the fire of the enemy, encouraging and cheering his men.
Samuel Johnson Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company C, 9th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment Battle of Antietam, Maryland Sep 17, 1862For extraordinary heroism on 17 September 1862, in action at Antietam, Maryland, for individual bravery and daring in capturing from the enemy two colors of the 1st Texas Rangers (Confederate States of America), receiving in the act a severe wound..
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Medal of Honor winner
Wallace W. Johnson Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company C, 6th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 2, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 2 July 1863, in action at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. With five other volunteers Sergeant Johnson gallantly charged on a number of the enemy's sharpshooters concealed in a log house, captured them, and brought them into the Union lines.
David Johnston Army E-01 Private Flag of Missouri.svg Company K, 8th Missouri Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
William P. Johnston Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Fort Hindman Aboard the USS Fort Hindman, near Harrisonburg, Louisiana Mar 2, 1864For extraordinary heroism on board the USS Fort Hindman during the engagement near Harrisonburg, La., 2 March 1864. Badly wounded in the hand during the action, Johnston, despite his wound, took the place of another man to sponge and lead one of the guns throughout the entire action in which the Fort Hindman was raked severely with shot and shell from the enemy guns.
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Medal of Honor winner
Willie Johnston Army Drummer Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company D, 3rd Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Seven Days Battle, Richmond, Virginia Peninsular Campaign 1862 Between June 25 and July 1, 1862Twelve years old, the youngest to receive the Medal of Honor. For gallantry from June 26 to 1 July 1862, in action during the Seven Days Battle and the Peninsula Campaign, Virginia.
Andrew Jones Navy Chief Boatswain's Mate Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Chickasaw Aboard USS Chickasaw, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Chief Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S. Ironclad, USS Chickasaw , Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Although his enlistment was up, Chief Boatswain's Mate Jones volunteered for the battle of Mobile Bay, going on board the Chickasaw from the USS Vincennes where he then carried out his duties gallantly throughout the engagement with the enemy which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee .
David Jones Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company I, 54th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
John Jones (MOH) framed.jpg John Jones Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg Aboard USS Rhode Island, loss of USS Monitor December 30, 1862For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board USS USS Rhode Island , which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of USS Monitor , 30 December 1862. Participating in the hazardous rescue of the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Landsman Jones, after rescuing several of the men, became separated in a heavy gale with other members of the cutter that had set out from the Rhode Island, and spent many hours in the small boat at the mercy of the weather and high seas until finally picked up by a schooner 50 miles east of Cape Hatteras.
John E. Jones Navy Quartermaster Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Oneida Aboard USS Oneida, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving Quartermaster on board the USS Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Stationed at the wheel during the fierce action, Quartermaster Jones, though wounded, carried out his duties gallantly by going to the poop to assist at the signals after the wheel ropes were shot away and remained there until ordered to reeve new wheel ropes.
Thomas Jones Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Ticonderoga Aboard USS Ticonderoga, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher Dec 1864 Jan 1865For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13 to 15 January 1865. Despite heavy return fire by the enemy and the explosion of the 100-pounder Parrott rifle which killed eight men and wounded 12 more, Coxswain Jones, as Captain of a gun, performed his duties with skill and courage during the first two days of battle. As his ship again took position on the line on the 13th, he remained steadfast as the Ticonderoga maintained a well-placed fire upon the batteries on shore, and thereafter, as she materially lessened the power of guns on the mound which had been turned upon our assaulting columns. During this action the flag was planted on one side of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels.
William Jones Navy Captain of the Top Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Richmond Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving as captain of a gun on board USS Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
William Jones Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company A, 73rd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 12 May 1864, in action at Spotsylvania, Virginia, for capture of flag of 65th Virginia Infantry (Confederate States of America).
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Indiana.svg Company A, 3rd Indiana Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of flag.
Robert Jordan Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Mount Washington Aboard USS Mount Washington, Siege of Suffolk April 14, 1863For extraordinary heroism in action while attached to the USS Minnesota and temporarily serving on the USS Mount Washington , during action against the enemy in the Nansemond River, Virginia, 14 April 1863. When the Mount Washington drifted against the bank following several successive hits which struck her boilers and stopped her engines, Coxswain Jordan boarded the stricken vessel and, for six hours as fierce artillery and musketry continued to rake her decks, calmly assisted in manning a 12-pound howitzer which had been mounted on the open hurricane deck.
Thomas Jordan Navy Quartermaster Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Galena Aboard USS Galena, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Galena during the attack on enemy forts at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Securely lashed to the side of the Oneida which had suffered the loss of her steering apparatus and an explosion of her boiler from enemy fire, the Galena aided the stricken vessel past the enemy forts to safety. Despite heavy damage to his ship from raking enemy fire, Quartermaster Jordan performed his duties with skill and courage throughout the action.
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Medal of Honor winner
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Illinois.svg Company C, 13th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tennessee Nov 25, 1863 Missionary Ridge, Tennessee. While commanding his company, deployed as skirmishers, First Lieutenant Josselyn came upon a large body of the enemy, taking a number of them prisoner. Lieutenant Josselyn himself shot their Color Bearer, seized the colors and brought them back to his regiment.
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company K, 79th New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Tennessee Nov 29, 1863The color bearer of the 51st Georgia Infantry. (C.S.A.), having planted his flag upon the side of the work, Sgt. Judge leaped from his position of safety, sprang upon the parapet, and in the face of a concentrated fire seized the flag and returned with it in safety to the fort.

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk.

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

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John Kaiser Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of the United States (1861-1863).svg Company E, 2nd U.S. Artillery Regiment Richmond, Virginia Jun 27, 1862For gallant and meritorious service on 27 June 1862, in action during the Seven Day Battle before Richmond, Virginia.
Luther Kaltenbach Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Iowa.svg Company F, 12th Iowa Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Nashville, Tennessee Dec 16, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 16 December 1864, in action at Nashville, Tennessee, for capture of flag of 44th Mississippi Infantry (Confederate States of America).
John Kane Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company K, 100th New York Volunteer Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 2 April 1865, in action at Petersburg, Virginia, for gallantry as Color Bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg.
Thomas Kane Navy Captain of the Hold Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Nereus Aboard USS Nereus, Second Battle of Fort Fisher Jan 15, 1865For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Nereus during the attack on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. Thomas Kane, as Captain of the Hold, displayed outstanding skill and courage as his ship maintained its well-directed fire against fortifications on shore despite the enemy's return fire. When a rebel steamer was discovered in the river back of the fort, the Nereus, with forward rifle guns trained, drove the ship off at the third fire. The gallant ship's participation contributed to the planting of the flag on one of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels.
Peter Kappesser.jpg Peter Kappesser Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company B, 149th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Lookout Mountain, Tennessee Nov 24, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 24 November 1863, in action at Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, for capture of Confederate flag (Bragg's army).
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Medal of Honor winner
Leopold Karpeles Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company E, 57th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia May 6, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 6 May 1864, in action during the Wilderness Campaign, Virginia. While Color Bearer, Sergeant Karpeles rallied the retreating troops and induced them to check the enemy's advance.
August Kauss Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company H, 15th New York Heavy Artillery Battle of Five Forks, Virginia Apr 1, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 1 April 1865, in action at Five Forks, Virginia, for capture of battle flag.. Last name sometimes spelled "Kautz"
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Medal of Honor winner
Joseph Keele Army
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E-09 Sergeant Major
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 182nd New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of North Anna, Virginia May 23, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 23 May 1864, in action at North Anna River, Virginia. Voluntarily and at the risk of his life carried orders to the brigade commander, which resulted in saving the works his regiment was defending.
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Medal of Honor winner
Joseph S. Keen Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Michigan.svg Company D, 13th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment near Chattahoochee River, Georgia Oct 1, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 1 October 1864, in action at Chattahoochee River, Georgia. While an escaped prisoner of war within the enemy's lines, Sergeant Keen witnessed an important movement of the enemy, and at great personal risk made his way through the enemy's lines and brought news of the movement to Sherman's army.
Joseph Keene Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 26th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia Dec 13, 1862For extraordinary heroism on 13 December 1862, in action at Fredericksburg, Virginia. Private Keene voluntarily seized the colors after several Color Bearers had been shot down and led the regiment in the charge.
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Medal of Honor winner
Andrew J. Kelley Army E-01 Private Flag of Michigan.svg Company E, 17th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment Siege of Knoxville, Tennessee Nov 20, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 20 November 1863, in action at Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Tennessee. Having voluntarily accompanied a small party to destroy buildings within the enemy's lines whence sharpshooters had been firing, disregarded an order to retire, remained and completed the firing of the buildings, thus insuring their total destruction; this at the imminent risk of his life from the fire of the advancing enemy.
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Ohio.svg Company A, 104th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Franklin, Tennessee Nov 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 November 1864, in action at Franklin, Tennessee, for capture of flag supposed to be of Cheatham's Corps (C.S.A.).
John Kelley Navy Second Class Fireman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Ceres Aboard USS Ceres July 9, 1862For extraordinary heroism in action as Second Class Fireman on board the USS Ceres in the fight near Hamilton, Roanoke River, North Carolina, 9 July 1862. When his ship was fired on by the enemy with small arms, Second Class Fireman Kelley returned the raking fire, courageously carrying out his duties through the engagement and was spoken of for good conduct and cool bravery under enemy fires, by the commanding officer.
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Medal of Honor winner
Leverett M. Kelley Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Illinois.svg Company A, 36th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tennessee Nov 25, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 25 November 1863, in action at Missionary Ridge, Tennessee. Sergeant Kelley sprang over the works just captured from the enemy, and calling upon his comrades to follow, rushed forward in the face of a deadly fire and was among the first over the works on the summit, where he compelled the surrender of a Confederate officer and received his sword.
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg Company F, 6th United States Colored Infantry Regiment Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 29 September 1864, in action at Chapin's Farm, Virginia. First Sergeant Kelly gallantly seized the colors, which had fallen near the enemy's lines of abatis, raised them and rallied the men at a time of confusion and in a place of the greatest danger.
Daniel Kelly Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company G, 8th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 2 March 1865, in action at Waynesboro, Virginia, for capture of flag.
Thomas Kelly Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company A, 6th New York Volunteer Cavalry Front Royal, Virginia Aug 16, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 16 August 1864, in action at Front Royal, Virginia, for capture of flag.
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Michigan.svg Company D, 5th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia May 6, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 6 May 1864, in action during the Wilderness Campaign, Virginia, for capture of flag of 31st North Carolina (Confederate States of America) in a personal encounter.
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Medal of Honor winner
William W. Kendall Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Indiana.svg Company A, 49th Indiana Infantry Regiment Black River Bridge, Mississippi May 17, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 17 May 1863, in action at Black River Bridge, Mississippi. First Sergeant Kendall voluntarily led the company in a charge and was the first to enter the enemy's works, taking a number of prisoners.
Thomas Kendrick Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Oneida Aboard USS Oneida, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Coxswain on board the USS Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August, 1864. Volunteering for the Mobile Bay action from Bienville, Coxswain Kendrick displayed courageous devotion to duty, and his excellent conduct throughout the battle which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging of Fort Morgan , attracted the attention of the commanding officer and those serving around him.
Barnett Kenna Navy Quartermaster Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Brooklyn Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Coxswain on board the USS Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee , in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
John Kennedy Army E-01 Private Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg Company M, 2nd U.S. Artillery Regiment Battle of Trevilian Station, Virginia Jun 11, 1864Remained at his gun, resisting with its implements the advancing cavalry, and thus secured the retreat of his detachment.
Charles Kenyon Navy Fireman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Galena Aboard USS Galena, Drewry's Bluff May 15, 1862For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Fireman on board the USS Galena in the attack upon Drewry's Bluff, 15 May 1862. Severely burned while extricating a priming wire which had become bent and fixed in the bow gun while his ship underwent terrific shelling from the enemy, Kenyon hastily dressed his hands with cotton waste and oil and courageously returned to his gun while enemy sharpshooters in rifle pits along the banks continued to direct their fire at the men at the guns.
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medal of honor winner
John Snyders Kenyon Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company D, 3rd New York Volunteer Cavalry Trenton, North Carolina May 15, 1862For extraordinary heroism on 15 May 1862, in action at Trenton, North Carolina. Sergeant Kenyon voluntarily left a retiring column, returned in face of the enemy's fire, helped a wounded man upon a horse, and so enable him to escape capture or death.
Samuel P. Kenyon Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company B, 24th New York Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Deatonsville (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of battle flag.
John Keough Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company E, 67th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Deatonsville (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of battle flag of 50th Georgia Infantry (C.S.A.).
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medal of honor winner
James Kephart Army E-01 Private Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg Company C, 13th U.S. Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 19, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 19 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi. Private Kephart voluntarily and at the risk of his life, under a severe fire of the enemy, aided and assisted to the rear an officer who had been severely wounded and left on the field.
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Medal of Honor winner
Thomas R. Kerr Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company C, 14th Pennsylvania Cavalry Moorfield, West VirginiaAug 7, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 7 August 1864, in action at Moorefield, West Virginia. After being most desperately wounded, Captain Kerr captured the colors of the 8th Virginia Cavalry (C.S.A.).
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Medal of Honor winner
John Kiggins Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York.svg Company D, 149th New York Infantry Battle of Lookout Mountain, Tennessee Nov 24, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 24 November 1863, in action at Lookout Mountain, Tennessee. Sergeant Kiggins waved the colors to save the lives of the men who were being fired upon by their own batteries, and thereby drew upon himself a concentrated fire from the enemy.
Joseph Kimball Army E-01 Private Flag of West Virginia.svg Company B, 2nd West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Deatonsville (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of flag of 6th North Carolina Infantry (C.S.A.).
John M. Kindig Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company A, 63rd Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 12, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 12 May 1864, in action at Spotsylvania, Virginia, for capture of flag of 28th North Carolina Infantry. (C.S.A.).
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O-04 Major and Quartermaster
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg U.S. Volunteers Battle of Dinwiddie Court House, Virginia Mar 31, 1865 Dinwiddie Courthouse, Virginia. While serving as a volunteer aide, Major King carried orders to the reserve brigade and participated with it in the charge which repulsed the enemy.
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Medal of Honor winner
Robert H. King Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg Picket Boat No. 1Aboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1October 27, 1864King served on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1, in action, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram, CSS Albemarle , which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her.
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg 4th U.S. Artillery Regiment Battle of White Oak Swamp, Virginia Jun 30, 1862This officer, when his captain was wounded, succeeded to the command of two batteries while engaged against a superior force of the enemy and fought his guns most gallantly until compelled to retire.
Samuel W. Kinnaird Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Lackawanna Aboard USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay August 5, 1864Served as a landsman on board USS USS Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
John Kinsey Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company B, 45th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia May 18, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 18 May 1864, in action at Spotsylvania, Virginia. Corporal Kinsey seized the colors, the Color Bearer having been shot, and with great gallantry succeeded in saving them from capture.
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Medal of Honor winner Dennis Thomas Kirby
Dennis T. Kirby Army
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O-04 Major
Flag of Missouri.svg 8th Missouri Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi. Major Kirby seized the colors when the Color Bearer was killed and bore them himself in the assault.
Jonathan C. Kirk Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Indiana.svg Company F, 20th Indiana Infantry Regiment Battle of North Anna, Virginia May 23, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 23 May 1864, in action at North Anna River, Virginia. Captain Kirk volunteered for dangerous service and single-handedly captured 13 armed Confederate soldiers and marched them to the rear.
Harry Kline Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company E, 40th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Deatonsville (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of battle flag.
Charles H. Kloth Army E-01 Private Flag of Illinois.svg , Chicago Mercantile Battery, Illinois Light Artillery Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi. Private Kloth carried, with others, by hand, a cannon up to and fired it through an embrasure of the enemy's works.
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Medal of Honor winner Charles H. Knight
Charles H. Knight Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New Hampshire.svg Company I, 9th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Regiment Petersburg, Virginia July 30, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 30 July 1864, in action at Petersburg, Virginia. In company with a sergeant, Corporal Knight was the first to enter the exploded mine; was wounded but took several prisoners to the Federal lines.
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William J. Knight
William James Knight Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company E, 21st Ohio Volunteer Infantry Georgia Apr 1862For extraordinary heroism on April, 1862, in action during the Andrew's Raid in Georgia. Private Knight was one of the 19 of 22 men (including two civilians) who, by direction of General Mitchell (or Buell), penetrated nearly 200 miles south into enemy territory and captured a railroad train at Big Shanty, Georgia, in an attempt to destroy the bridges and track between Chattanooga and Atlanta.
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Medal of Honor winner Abiather J. Knowles
Abiather J. Knowles Army E-01 Private Flag of Maine.svg Company D, 2nd Maine Volunteer Infantry First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia Jul 21, 1861For extraordinary heroism on 21 July 1861, in action at Bull Run, Virginia. Private Knowles removed dead and wounded under heavy fire.
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medal of honor winner Edward Martin Knox
Edward M. Knox Army
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O-01 Second Lieutenant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 15th Independent Battery, New York Volunteer Light Artillery Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 2, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 2 July 1863, in action at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Second Lieutenant Knox held his ground with the battery after the other batteries had fallen back until compelled to draw his piece off by hand; he was severely wounded.
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Medal of Honor winner Jacob Koogle
Jacob Koogle Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Maryland.svg Company G, 7th Regiment Maryland Volunteer Infantry Battle of Five Forks, Virginia Apr 1, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 1 April 1865, in action at Five Forks, Virginia, for capture of battle flag.
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Medal of Honor winner John S. Kountz
John S. Kountz Army Musician Flag of Ohio.svg Company G, 37th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tennessee Nov 25, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 25 November 1863, in action at Missionary Ridge, Tennessee. Musician Kountz seized a musket and joined in the charge in which he was severely wounded.
Theodore L. Kramer Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company G, 188th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 29 September 1864, in action at Chapin's Farm, Virginia. Private Kramer took one of the first prisoners, a captain.
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Medal of Honor winner George Kretsinger
George Kretsinger Army E-01 Private Flag of Illinois.svg , Chicago Mercantile Battery, Illinois Light Artillery Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi. Private Kretsinger carried, with others, by hand, a cannon up to and fired it through an embrasure of the enemy's works.
Medal of Honor winner Andrew Kuder Kuder, Andrew c1903 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner Andrew Kuder
Andrew Kuder Army
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O-01 Second Lieutenant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company E, 8th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 2 March 1865, in action at Waynesboro, Virginia, for capture of flag.
Jeremiah Kuder Army
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O-01 Second Lieutenant
Flag of Indiana.svg Company A, 74th Indiana Infantry Regiment Jonesboro, Georgia Sep 1, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 1 September 1864, in action at Jonesboro, Georgia, for capture of flag of 8th and 19th Arkansas (Confederate States of America).

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk.

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

ImageNameServiceRankUnit/CommandPlace of actionDate of actionNotes
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Medal of Honor
Joseph S. Labill Army E-01 Private Flag of Missouri.svg Company C, 6th Missouri Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
George Ladd.jpg George Ladd Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company H, 22nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Mar 2, 1865Captured a standard bearer, his flag, horse and equipment.
John Lafferty Navy Fireman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Wyalusing Aboard USS Wyalusing May 25, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board USS Wyalusing and participated in a plan to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in Roanoke River, 25 May 1864. Volunteering for the hazardous mission, Lafferty participated in the transfer of two torpedoes across an island swamp and then served as sentry to keep guard of clothes and arms left by other members of the party. After being rejoined by others of the party who had been discovered before the plan could be completed, Lafferty succeeded in returning to the mother ship after spending 24 hours of discomfort in the rain and swamp.
Bartlett Laffey Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Marmora Yazoo City, Mississippi Mar 5, 1864Served on board USS Marmora off Yazoo City, Mississippi, 5 March 1864. Landed ashore with his howitzer gun and crew in the midst of battle and contributed to the turning back of the enemy.
William Laing Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company F, 158th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia Sep 29, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 29 September 1864, in action at Chapin's Farm, Virginia. Sergeant Laing was among the first to scale the parapet.
Daniel Lakin Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Commodore Perry Aboard USS Commodore Perry October 3, 1862For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board USS 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, Lakin remained at his post and performed his duties with skill and courage as Commodore Perry fought a gallant battle to silence many rebel batteries as she steamed down the Blackwater River.
James P. Landis Army Chief Bugler Flag of Pennsylvania.svg 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment (15th Reserves/44th Pennsylvania Volunteers) Paines Crossroads, Virginia Apr 5, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 5 April 1865, in action at Paines Crossroads, Virginia, for capture of flag.
Morgan D. Lane Army E-01 Private Flag of the United States (1863-1865).svg Signal Corps near Jetersville, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Jetersville, Virginia, for capture of flag of gunboat CSS Nansemond.
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Medal of Honor
Aaron S. Lanfare Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Connecticut.svg Company B, 1st Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Cavalry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Deatonsville (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of flag of 11th Florida Infantry (Confederate States of America). .
JC Julius Langbein.jpg J. C. Julius Langbein Army Musician Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company B, 9th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Camden, North Carolina Apr 19, 1862A drummer boy, 15 years of age, he voluntarily and under a heavy fire went to the aid of a wounded officer, procured medical assistance for him, and aided in carrying him to a place of safety.
John S. Lann Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Magnolia USS Magnolia Landing Party, Battle of Natural Bridge Mar 5, 1865 Mar 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on as landsman on board USS Magnolia , St. Marks, Florida, 5 and 6 March, Lann served with the Army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and throughout this fierce engagement made remarkable efforts in assisting transport of the gun. His coolness and determination in standing by his gun while under the fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged.
Smith Larimer Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Ohio.svg Company G 2nd Ohio Cavalry Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia Apr 6, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 6 April 1865, in action at Deatonsville (Sailor's Creek), Virginia, for capture of flag of General Kershaw's headquarters.
James W. Larrabee Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Illinois.svg Company I, 55th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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Medal of Honor
Gaines Lawson Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Tennessee.svg Company D, 4th Tennessee Infantry Minville, Tennessee Oct 3, 1863Went to the aid of a wounded comrade between the lines and carried him to a place of safety.
John Lawson.jpg John Lawson Navy Landsman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Hartford Aboard USS Hartford, Battle of Mobile Bay Aug 5, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship USS Hartford during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Wounded in the leg and thrown violently against the side of the ship when an enemy shell killed or wounded the six-man crew as the shell whipped on the berth deck, Landsman Lawson, upon regaining his composure, promptly returned to his station and, although urged to go below for treatment, steadfastly continued his duties throughout the remainder of the action.
General Henry W. Lawton.jpg Henry W. Lawton Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Indiana.svg Company A, 30th Indiana Infantry Atlanta, Georgia Aug 3, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 3 August 1864, in action at Atlanta, Georgia. Captain Lawton led a charge of skirmishers against the enemy's rifle pits and stubbornly and successfully resisted two determined attacks of the enemy to retake the works
Nicholas Lear Navy Quartermaster Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS New Ironsides Aboard USS New Ironsides, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher Dec 1864 Jan 1865Lear served on board USS New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13, 14, and 15 January 1865.
James H. Lee Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Kearsarge Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France June 19, 1864For extraordinary heroism in action as Seaman on board the USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the Confederate raider Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger of the No. 1 gun during this engagement, Lee exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer.
George W. Leland Navy Gunner's Mate Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Lehigh Aboard USS Lehigh November 16, 1863For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the USS Lehigh , Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, 16 November 1863, during the hazardous task, of freeing the Lehigh, which had grounded, and was under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie. Rowing the small boat which was used in the hazardous task of transferring hawsers from the Lehigh to the Nahant , Gunner's Mate Leland twice succeeded in making the trip, only to find that each had been in vain when the hawsers were cut by enemy fire and chaffing.
Pierre Leon Navy Captain of the Forecastle Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Baron DeKalb Aboard USS Baron DeKalb, Yazoo Pass Expedition December 23, 1862 December 27, 1862For extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board USS Baron DeKalb , Yazoo River Expedition, 23 to 27 December 1862. Proceeding under orders up the Yazoo River, Baron De Kalb, with the object of capturing or destroying the enemy's transports, came upon the steamers John Walsh, R. J. Locklan, Golden Age and Scotland sunk on a bar where they were ordered fired. Continuing up the river, she was fired on, but upon returning the fire, caused the enemy's retreat. Returning down the Yazoo, she destroyed and captured larger quantities of enemy equipment and several prisoners. Serving bravely throughout this action, Leon, as captain of the forecastle, "distinguished himself in the various actions."
Edwin Leonard Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company I, 37th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment near Petersburg, Virginia Jun 18, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 18 June 1864, in action at Petersburg, Virginia. Sergeant Leonard voluntarily exposed himself to the fire of a Union brigade to stop their firing on the Union skirmish line.
William E. Leonard Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company F, 85th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment Deep Bottom, Virginia Apr 16, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 16 August 1864, in action at Deep Run, Virginia, for capture of battle flag.
Frank Leslie Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company B, 4th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry Front Royal, Virginia Aug 15, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 15 August 1864, in action at Front Royal, Virginia, for capture of colors of 3rd Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
BenjaminLevy.jpg Benjamin Levy Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company B, 1st New York Infantry Battle of Glendale, Virginia Jun 30, 1862This soldier, a drummer boy, took the gun of a sick comrade, went into the fight, and when the color bearers were shot down, carried the colors and saved them from capture.
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Medal of Honor
Dewitt Clinton Lewis Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company F, 97th Pennsylvania Infantry Battle of James Island, Secessionville, South Carolina Jun 16, 1862While retiring with his men before a heavy fire of canister shot at short range, returned in the face of the enemy's fire and rescued an exhausted private of his company who but for this timely action would have lost his life by drowning in the morass through which the troops were retiring.
Henry Lewis Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Ohio.svg Company B, 47th Ohio Infantry Vicksburg, Mississippi May 3, 1863Was one of a party that volunteered and attempted to run the enemy's batteries with a steam tug and two barges loaded with subsistence stores.
Samuel E. Lewis Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Rhode Island.svg Company G, 1st Rhode Island Light Artillery Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865Was 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.
Adolphe Libaire Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company E, 9th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Antietam, Maryland Sep 17, 1862In the advance on the enemy and after his color bearer and the entire color guard of eight men had been shot down, this officer seized the regimental flag and with conspicuous gallantry carried it to the extreme front, urging the line forward.
John Lilley, U.S. Medal of Honor Winner, c. 1901.jpg John Lilley Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company F, 205th Pennsylvania Infantry Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Apr 2, 1865After his regiment began to waiver he rushed on alone to capture the enemy flag. He reached the works and the Confederate color bearer who, at bayonet point, he caused to surrender with several enemy soldiers. He kept his prisoners in tow when they realized he was alone as his regiment in the meantime withdrew further to the rear.
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medal of honor winner.
Henry F. W. Little Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of New Hampshire.svg Company D, 7th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Regiment near Richmond, Virginia Sep 1864For extraordinary heroism on September, 1864, in action at Richmond, Virginia, for gallantry on the skirmish line.
George H. Littlefield Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Maine.svg Company G, 1st Maine Veteran Infantry Fort Fisher, Virginia Mar 25, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 25 March 1865, in action at Fort Fisher, North Carolina. The color sergeant having been wounded, Corporal Littlefield picked up the flag and bore it to the front, to the great encouragement of the charging column.
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Medal of Honor winner
Josiah O. Livingston Army
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O-02 First Lieutenant
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg 9th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment Newport Barracks, North Carolina Feb 2, 1864When, after desperate resistance, the small garrison had been driven back to the river by a vastly superior force, this officer, while a small force held back the enemy, personally fired the railroad bridge, and, although wounded himself, assisted a wounded officer over the burning structure.
Benjamin Lloyd Navy Coal Heaver Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Wyalusing Aboard USS Wyalusing May 25, 1864Serving on board USS Wyalusing and participating in a plan to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in Roanoke River, 25 May 1864.
John W. Lloyd Navy Coxswain Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Wyalusing Aboard USS Wyalusing May 25, 1864Serving on board USS Wyalusing during an attempt to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in Roanoke River, 25 May 1864, Lloyd participated in this daring plan by swimming the Roanoke River heavily weighted with a line which was used for hauling torpedoes across. Thwarted by discovery just before the completion of the plan, Lloyd cut the torpedo guiding line to prevent detection of the plan by the enemy and again swam the river, narrowly escaping enemy musket fire and regaining the ship in safety.
Medal of Honor winner Locke, Lewis c1898 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner
Lewis Locke Army E-01 Private Flag of New Jersey.svg Company A, 1st New Jersey Cavalry Paines Crossroads, Virginia Apr 5, 1865For extraordinary heroism on 5 April 1865, in action at Paines Crossroads, Virginia, for capture of a Confederate flag.
Hugh Logan Navy Captain of the Afterguard Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Rhode Island Aboard USS Rhode Island, loss of USS Monitor December 30, 1862On board USS Rhode Island which was engaged in rescuing men from the stricken USS Monitor in Mobile Bay, on 30 December 1862.
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John Lonergan Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company A, 13th Vermont Infantry Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Jul 2, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 2 July 1863, in action at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, for gallantry in the recapture of four guns and the capture of two additional guns from the enemy; also the capture of a number of prisoners.
William H. Longshore Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company D, 30th Ohio Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
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Joseph Lonsway Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company D, 20th New York Cavalry Murfrees Station, Virginia Oct 16, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 16 October 1864, in action at Murfrees Station, Virginia. Private Lonsway volunteered to swim Blackwater River to get a large flat used as a ferry on other side; succeeded in getting the boat safely across, making it possible for a detachment to cross the river and take possession of the enemy's breastworks.
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Medal of Honor winner
William Lord Army Musician Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company C, 40th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Drurys Bluff, Virginia May 16, 1864Went to the assistance of a wounded officer lying helpless between the lines, and under fire from both sides removed him to a place of safety.
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medal of honor winner.
Andrew J. Lorish Army
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E-06 Commissary Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 1st New York Dragoons Battle of Opequon, Virginia Sep 19, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 19 September 1864, in action at Winchester, Virginia. Amid the enemy Commissary Sergeant Lorish grabbed the flag from a Color Bearer who then called for help. When the bearer's comrades were readying their rifles he dashed directly at them securing their disarming. As he rode away, the Confederates picked up their guns firing at the captor of their flag.
Medal of Honor winner Love, George Maltby c1865 public domain.jpg
Medal of Honor winner
George M. Love Army
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O-06 Colonel
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 116th New York Volunteer Infantry Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia Oct 19, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 19 October 1864, in action at Cedar Creek, Virginia, for capture of battle flag of 2nd South Carolina (Confederate States of America).
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Medal of Honor winner
George M. Lovering Army
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E-08 First Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company I, 4th Massachusetts Infantry Siege of Port Hudson, Louisiana Jun 14, 1863During a momentary confusion in the ranks caused by other troops rushing upon the regiment, this soldier, with coolness and determination, rendered efficient aid in preventing a panic among the troops.
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Medal of Honor winner
Cyrus B. Lower Army E-01 Private Flag of Pennsylvania.svg Company K, 13th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment ("Bucktails") Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia May 7, 1864Gallant services and soldierly qualities in voluntarily rejoining his command after having been wounded.
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Medal of Honor winner
Robert A. Lower Army E-01 Private Flag of Illinois.svg Company K, 55th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi May 22, 1863For gallantry in the charge of the volunteer storming party on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
George A. Loyd Army E-01 Private Flag of Ohio.svg Company A, 122nd Ohio Infantry At Petersburg, Virginia April 2, 1865Capture of division flag of General Heth
George W. Lucas Army E-01 Private Flag of Missouri.svg Company C, 3rd Missouri Volunteer Cavalry Benton, ArkansasJul 25, 1864Pursued and killed Confederate Brig. Gen. George M. Holt, Arkansas Militia, capturing his arms and horse.
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Michigan.svg Company E, 4th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment Laurel Hill, Virginia May 10, 1864Voluntarily returned in the face of the advancing enemy to the assistance of a wounded and helpless comrade, and carried him, at imminent peril, to a place of safety.
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Medal of Honor winner
William Ludgate Army
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O-03 Captain
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company G, 59th New York Veteran Volunteer Infantry Regiment Farmville, Virginia Apr 7, 1865Gallantry and promptness in rallying his men and advancing with a small detachment to save a bridge about to be fired by the enemy.
Carl Ludwig Army E-01 Private Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 34th Independent Battery New York Light Artillery Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia Jun 18, 1864As gunner of his piece, inflicted singly a great loss upon the enemy and distinguished himself in the removal of the piece while under a heavy fire.
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Medal of Honor winner
Alphonso M. Lunt Army
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E-05 Sergeant
Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company F, 38th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Opequon, Virginia Sep 19, 1864Carried his flag to the most advanced position where, left almost alone close to the enemy's lines he refused their demand to surrender, withdrew at great personal peril, and saved his flag.
Franklin W. Lutes Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company D, 111th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Petersburg, Virginia Mar 31, 1865Capture of flag of 41st Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.), together with the color bearer and one of the color guard.
James H. Luther Army E-01 Private Flag of Massachusetts.svg Company D, 7th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Second Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia May 3, 1863Among the first to jump into the enemy's rifle pits, he himself captured and brought out three prisoners.
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Medal of Honor winner
Gotlieb Luty Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company A, 74th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia May 3, 1863For extraordinary heroism on 3 May 1863, in action at Chancellorsville, Virginia. Corporal Luty bravely advanced to the enemy's line under heavy fire and brought back valuable information.
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Joel H. Lyman Army
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E-06 Quartermaster Sergeant
Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg 9th New York Cavalry Battle of Opequon, Virginia Sep 19, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 19 September 1864, in action at Winchester, Virginia. In an attempt to capture a Confederate flag, Quartermaster Sergeant Lyman captured one of the enemy's officers and brought him within the lines.
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Medal of Honor winner
Frederick A. Lyon Army
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E-04 Corporal
Flag of Vermont (1837-1923).svg Company A, 1st Vermont Volunteer Cavalry Regiment Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia Oct 19, 1864For extraordinary heroism on 19 October 1864, in action at Cedar Creek, Virginia. With one companion, Corporal Lyon captured the flag of a Confederate regiment, three officers, and an ambulance with its mules and driver.
Thomas Lyons Navy Seaman Flag of the United States Navy (official).svg USS Pensacola Aboard USS Pensacola, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip Apr 24, 1862For extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the USS Pensacola in the attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, 24 April 1862. Carrying out his duties throughout the din and roar of the battle, Seaman Lyons never once erred in his brave performance. Lashed outside of that vessel, on the port-sheet chain, with the lead in hand to lead the ship past the forts, Lyons never flinched, although under a heavy fire from the forts and rebel gunboats.

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References

PD-icon.svg This article incorporates public domain material from websites or documents of the United States Army Center of Military History .
  1. "Defense link Medal of Honor history". Archived from the original on 2009-05-19.
  2. This Medal of Honor was disputed by the 37th Massachusetts Infantry in the year 1897, claiming that Private David Dunnels White of their regiment was the actual captor of Major General Lee.