Medal of Honor recipients


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.

Medal of Honor

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

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Name Service Rank Place of action Date of action Notes
Richard J. Gage Army E-01Private Elk River, Tennessee 2 July 1863 Voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.
George N. Galloway Army E-01Private Alsops Farm, Virginia 8 May 1864 Voluntarily held an important position under heavy fire.
John Galloway Army Commissary Sergeant Farmville, Virginia 7 Apr 1865 His regiment being surprised and nearly overwhelmed, he 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.
James D. Gardiner Army E-01Private Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Last name sometimes spelled "Gardner"
Charles N. Gardner Army E-01Private Battle of Five Forks, Virginia 1 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
Robert J. Gardner Army Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Was among the first to enter Fort Gregg, clearing his way by using his musket on the heads of the enemy.
William Gardner Navy Seaman U.S.S. Calena 5 August 1864 As seaman on board the U.S.S. Calena 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 Morgan. Gardner behaved with conspicuous coolness under the fire of the enemy.
William Garrett Army Sergeant Battle of Nashville, Tenn. 16 Dec 1864 With several companions dashed forward, the first to enter the enemy's works, taking possession of 4 pieces of artillery and captured the flag of the 13th Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.).
James R. Garrison Navy Coal Heaver U.S.S. Hartford 5 August 1864 On board the flagship, U.S.S. Hartford, during successful engagements against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864. When a shell struck his foot and severed one of his toes, 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.
William Garvin Navy Captain of the Forecastle U.S.S. Agawam 23 December 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, 23 December 1864.
Richard Gasson* Army Sergeant Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Fell dead while planting the colors of his regiment on the enemy's works.
John C. Gaunt Army E-01Private Second Battle of Franklin, Tenn. 30 Nov 1864 Capture of flag.
Isaac Gause Army E-04Corporal near Berryville, Virginia 13 Sep 1864 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 Sergeant Battle of Fort Stedman, Virginia 25 Mar 1865 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
Daniel G. George Navy Ordinary Seaman U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 27 October 1864 George served on board 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.
Thomas P. Gere Army O-02First Lieutenant and Adjutant Battle of Nashville, Tenn. 16 Dec 1864 Capture of flag of 4th Mississippi (C.S.A.).
Nicholas Geschwind Army Captain Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Wesley Gibbs Army Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
Benjamin Gifford Army E-01Private Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
David L. Gifford Army E-01Private Ashepoo River, S.C. 24 May 1864 Volunteered 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 U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor 16 November 1863 On board the U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, 16 November 1863, during the hazardous task of freeing the Lehigh, which had been grounded, and was under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie.
George L. Gillespie Army O-02First Lieutenant near Bethesda Church, Virginia 31 May 1864 Exposed himself to great danger by voluntarily making his way through the enemy's lines to communicate with Gen. Sheridan. While rendering this service he was captured, but escaped; again came in contact with the enemy, was again ordered to surrender, but escaped by dashing away under fire.
Edward L. Gilligan Army First Sergeant Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 1 Jul 1863 Assisted in the capture of a Confederate flag by knocking down the color sergeant.
John C. Gilmore Army Major Salem Heights, Virginia 3 May 1863 Seized the colors of his regiment and gallantly rallied his men under a very severe fire.
Patrick Ginley Army E-01Private Reams Station, Virginia 25 Aug 1864 The command having been driven from the works, he, having been left alone between the opposing lines, crept back into the works, put 3 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-01Private Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 2 May 1863 Voluntarily and under heavy fire advanced toward the enemy's lines and secured valuable information.
Leonidas M. Godley Army First Sergeant Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Led his company in the assault on the enemy's works and gained the parapet, there receiving 3 very severe wounds. He lay all day in the sun, was taken prisoner, and had his leg amputated without anesthetics.
Philip Goettel Army E-01Private Ringgold, Ga. 27 Nov 1863 Capture of flag and battery guidon.
Charles A. Goheen Army First Sergeant Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia 2 Mar 1865 Capture of flag
Andrew E. Goldsbery Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Francis H. Goodall Army First Sergeant Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia 13 Dec 1862 With the assistance of another soldier brought a wounded comrade into the lines, under heavy fire.
William E. Goodman Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 3 May 1863 Rescued the colors of the 107th Ohio Volunteers from the enemy.
Edwin Goodrich Army O-02First Lieutenant near Cedar Creek, Virginia Nov 1864 While the command was falling back, he returned, and in the face of the enemy rescued a sergeant from under his fallen horse.
Charles G. Gould Army Captain Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Among the first to mount the enemy's works in the assault, he 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.
Newton T. Gould Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
George E. Gouraud Army Captain and aide-de-camp Honey Hill, S.C. 30 Nov 1864 While under severe fire of the enemy, which drove back the command, rendered valuable assistance in rallying the men.
Peter Grace Army Sergeant Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia 5 May 1864 Singlehanded, rescued a comrade from 2 Confederate guards, knocking down one and compelling surrender of the other.
Robert Graham Navy Landsman U.S.S. Tacony 31 October 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. 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.
Thomas N. Graham Army O-01Second Lieutenant Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 25 Nov 1863 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 Army Surgeon Battle of Seven Pines, Virginia 1 Jun 1862 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.
Lewis A. Grant Army Colonel Salem Heights, Virginia 3 May 1864 Personal gallantry and intrepidity displayed in the management of his brigade and in leading it in the assault in which he was wounded.
William Graul Army E-04Corporal Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 First to plant the colors of his State on the fortifications.
John Gray Army E-01Private Port Republic, Virginia 9 Jun 1862 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.
Robert A. Gray Army Sergeant Drurys Bluff, Virginia 16 May 1864 While retreating with his regiment, which had been repulsed, he 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.
M. R. William Grebe Army Captain Jonesboro, Ga. 31 Aug 1864 While acting as aide and carrying orders across a most dangerous part of the battlefield, being hindered by a Confederate advance, seized a rifle, took a place in the ranks and was conspicuous in repulsing the enemy.
George Green Army E-04Corporal Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 25 Nov 1863 Scaled the enemy's works and in a hand-to-hand fight helped capture the flag of the 18th Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.).
Abraham Greenawalt Army E-01Private Second Battle of Franklin, Tenn. 30 Nov 1864 Capture of corps headquarters flag (C.S.A.).
John Greene Navy Captain of the Forecastle U.S.S. Varuna 24 April 1862 Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Varuna during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and while under fire and ramming by the rebel ship Morgan, 24 April 1862.
Oliver D. Greene Army Major and Assistant Adjutant General Battle of Antietam, Md. 17 Sep 1862 Formed the columns under heavy fire and put them into position.
Joseph O. Gregg Army E-01Private near the Richmond & Petersburg Ry., Virginia 16 Jun 1864 Voluntarily returned to the breastworks which his regiment had been forced to abandon to notify 3 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 O-01Second Lieutenant Battle of Antietam, Md. 17 Sep 1862 A Confederate regiment, the 4th Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.), having planted its battle flag slightly in advance of the regiment, this officer rushed forward and seized it, and, although shot through the neck, retained the flag and brought it within the Union lines.
Ignatz Gresser Army E-04Corporal Battle of Antietam, Md. 17 Sep 1862 While exposed to enemy fire, carried from the field his wounded comrade William Henry Sowden.
James H. Gribben Army Lieutenant Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag of 12th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
John Griffiths Navy Captain of the Forecastle U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba 15 January 1865 On board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher on 15 January 1865. As one of a boatcrew detailed to one of the generals on shore, 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 6 men who entered the fort in the assault from the fleet.
Samuel Grimshaw Army E-01Private Atlanta. Ga. 6 Aug 1864 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.
James G. Grindlay Army Colonel Battle of Five Forks, Virginia 1 Apr 1865 The first to enter the enemy's works, where he captured 2 flags.
Luke M. Griswold Navy Ordinary Seaman U.S.S. Rhode Island 30 December 1862 Served on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the Monitor, 30 December 1862.
George Grueb Army E-01Private Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Gallantry in advancing to the ditch of the enemy's works
Fitz W. Guerin Army E-01Private Grand Gulf, Miss. 28-29 Apr 1863 With two comrades 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-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Nathaniel Gwynne Army E-01Private Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia 30 Jul 1864 When about entering upon the charge, this soldier, 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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      This along with the *, indicates that the Medal of Honor was awarded posthumously

Name Service Rank Place of action Date of action Notes
John Hack Army E-01Private Vicksburg, Miss. 3 May 1863 Was one of a party which volunteered and attempted to run the enemy's batteries with a steam tug and 2 barges loaded with subsistence stores.
Lester G. Hack Army Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Capture of flag of 23d Tennessee Infantry (C.S.A.) with several of the enemy.
Cornelius M. Hadley Army Sergeant Siege of Knoxville, Tenn. 20 Nov 1863 With one companion, voluntarily carried through the enemy's lines important dispatches from Gen. Grant to Gen. Burnside, then besieged within Knoxville, and brought back replies, his comrade's horse being killed and the man taken prisoner.
Osgood T. Hadley Army E-04Corporal near Pegram House, Virginia 30 Sep 1864 As color bearer of his regiment he defended his colors with great personal gallantry and brought them safely out of the action.
Edmund Haffee Navy Quarter Gunner U.S.S. New Ironsides various Haffee served on board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13, 14, and 15 January 1865.
Asel Hagerty Army E-01Private Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
John H. Haight Army Sergeant Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia, Bristol Station, Virginia, and Manassas, Virginia 5 May, 27 Aug, and 29-30 Aug 1862 At Williamsburg, Virginia, 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. Went into the fight at Bristol Station, Virginia, although severely disabled. At Manassas, volunteered to search the woods for the wounded.
Sidney Haight Army E-04Corporal Petersburg, Virginia 30 July 1864 Instead of retreating, 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 U.S.S. Kearsarge 19 June 1864 Served as captain of the forecastle on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864.
Francis B. Hall Army Chaplain Salem Heights, Virginia 3 May 1863 Voluntarily exposed himself to a heavy fire during the thickest of the fight and carried wounded men to the rear for treatment and attendance.
Henry S. Hall Army O-01Second Lieutenant Gaines Mill, Virginia 27 June 1862 Although wounded at Gaines Mill, Virginia, he remained on duty and participated in the battle with his company. At Rappahannock Station, Virginia, while acting as aide, rendered gallant and prompt assistance in reforming the regiments inside the enemy's works.
Newton H. Hall Army E-04Corporal Second Battle of Franklin, Tenn. 30 Nov 1864 Capture of flag, believed to have belonged to Steward's Corps (C.S.A.).
Nathan M. Hallock Army E-01Private Bristoe Station, Virginia 15 Jun 1863 At imminent peril 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 U.S.S. Brooklyn 5 August 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Mark G. Ham Navy Carpenter's Mate U.S.S. Kearsarge 19 June 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Performing his duties intelligently and faithfully, Ham distinguished himself in the face of the bitter enemy fire and was highly commended by his divisional officer.
Hugh Hamilton Navy Coxswain U.S.S. Richmond 5 August 1864 On board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Richard Hamilton Navy Coal Heaver U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 27 October 1864 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.
Thomas W. Hamilton Navy Quartermaster U.S.S. Cincinnati 27 May 1863 Serving as quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863.
Henry A. Hammel Army Sergeant Grand Gulf, Miss. 28-29 Apr 1863 With two comrades 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 U.S.S. Ceres 9 July 1862 Served on board the U.S.S. Ceres in the fight near Hamilton, Roanoke River, 9 July 1862.
Milton L. Haney Army Chaplain Battle of Atlanta, Ga. 22 Jul 1864 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-01Private Woodstock, Virginia 9 Oct 1864 Capture of flag of 32d Battalion Virginia Cavalry (C.S.A.).
Joseph Hanks Army E-01Private Vicksburg Miss. 22 May 1863 Voluntarily and under fire went to the rescue of a wounded comrade Iying between the lines, gave him water, and brought him off the field.
Marcus A. Hanna Army Sergeant Siege of Port Hudson, Louisiana 4 Jul 1863 Exposed himself to a heavy fire to get water for comrades in rifle pits.
Milton Hanna Army E-04Corporal Nolensville, Tenn. 15 Feb 1863 Was one of a detachment of 16 men who heroically defended a wagon train against the attack of 125 cavalry, repulsed the attack and saved the train.
Moses C. Hanscom Army E-04Corporal Bristoe Station, Virginia 14 Oct 1863 Capture of the flag of 26th North Carolina (C.S.A.).
Douglas Hapeman Army Lieutenant Colonel Battle of P eachtree Creek, Ga. 20 Jul 1864 With conspicuous coolness and bravery rallied his men under a severe attack, re-formed the broken ranks, and repulsed the attack.
John H. Harbourne Army E-01Private Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 17 Jun 1864 Capture of flag along with 3 enemy men.
Thomas Harcourt Navy Ordinary Seaman U.S.S. Minnesota 15 January 1865 On board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.
Henry M. Hardenbergh* Army E-01Private Deep Run, Virginia 16 Aug 1864 Capture of flag. He was wounded in the shoulder during this action. He was killed in action at Petersburg on 28 August 1864.
Thomas Harding Navy Captain of the Forecastle U.S.S. Dacotah 9 June 1864 Served as captain of the forecastle on board the U.S.S. Dacotah on the occasion of the destruction of the blockade runner Pevensey, near Beauford, North Carolina, 9 June 1864.
Abram P. Haring Army O-02First Lieutenant Bachelors Creek, North Carolina 1 Feb 1864 With a command of 11 men, on picket, resisted the attack of an overwhelming force of the enemy.
Bernard Harley Navy Ordinary Seaman U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 27 October 1864 Harley 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.
Amzi D. Harmon Army E-04Corporal Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
Daniel Harrington Navy Landsman U.S.S. Pocahontas Harrington, a landsman from the U.S.S. Pocahontas, 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.
Ephraim W. Harrington Army Sergeant Second Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia 3 May 1863 Carried the colors to the top of the heights and almost to the muzzle of the enemy's guns.
George W. Harris Army E-01Private Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Capture of flag, wresting it from the color bearer and shooting an officer who attempted to regain it.
James H. Harris Army Sergeant Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Gallantry in the assault.
John Harris Navy Captain of the Forecastle U.S.S. Metacomet 5 August 1864 As captain of the forecastle on board the U.S.S. 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.
Moses Harris Army O-02First Lieutenant Smithfield, Virginia 28 Aug 1864 In 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 Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
George H. Harrison Navy Seaman U.S.S. Kearsarge 19 June 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the 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 Sergeant Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 2 Jul 1863 Was 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-01Private Shenandoah Valley, Virginia 1864 and 1865 Gallant conduct and services as scout in connection with capture of the guerrilla Harry Gilmore, and other daring acts.
John F. Hartranft Army Colonel First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia 21 Jul 1861 Remained in battle despite his term of service having ended.
Harry Harvey Army E-04Corporal Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia 2 Mar 1865 Capture of flag and bearer, with two other prisoners.
Frank W. Haskell Army Sergeant Major Battle of Seven Pines, Virginia 1 Jun 1862 Assumed 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 Sergeant Battle of Antietam, Md. 17 Sep 1862 Although 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.
Smith H. Hastings Army Captain Newbys Crossroads, Virginia 24 Jul 1863 While 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.
John P. Hatch Army Brigadier General Battle of South Mountain, Md. 14 Sep 1862 Was severely wounded while leading one of his brigades in the attack under a heavy fire from the enemy.
Edward W. Hathaway Navy Seaman U.S.S. Sciota 28 June 1862 On board the U.S.S. Sciota prior to the battle Vicksburg, on 28 June 1862. Struck 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 Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Was 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 U.S.S. Agawam 23 December 1864 Hawkins served on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powderboat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, 23 December 1864.
Gardner C. Hawkins Army O-02First Lieutenant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 When 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.
Martin J. Hawkins Army E-04Corporal Great Locomotive Chase, Ga. Apr 1862 One of the 19 of 22 men (including 2 civilians) who, by direction of Gen. Mitchell (or Buell), penetrated nearly 200 miles south into enemy territory and captured a railroad train at Big Shanty, Ga., in an attempt to destroy the bridges and track between Chattanooga and Atlanta.
Thomas R. Hawkins Army Sergeant Major Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Rescue of regimental colors.
Harris S. Hawthorne Army E-04Corporal Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Captured the Confederate Gen. G. W. Custis Lee.
Joseph B. Hayden Navy Quartermaster U.S.S. Ticonderoga 13 January 1865 to 15 January 1865 On board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga, as quartermaster in charge of steering the ship into action, during attacks on Fort Fisher, 13 to 15 January 1865.
John Hayes Navy Coxswain U.S.S. Kearsarge 19 June 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the 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 U.S.S. Richmond 5 August 1864 As Captain of No. 1 gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. 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 E-04Corporal Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag
John H. Hays Army E-01Private Columbus, Ga. 16 Apr 1865 Capture of flag and bearer Austin's Battery (C.S.A.).
George W. Healey Army E-01Private Newnan, Ga. 29 Jul 1864 When 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.
Joseph S. Hedges Army O-02First Lieutenant near Harpeth River, Tenn. 17 Dec 1864 At 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.
William L. Heermance Army Captain Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 30 Apr 1863 Took 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 Sergeant Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 2 May 1863 One of a party of 4 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-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Guy V. Henry Army Colonel Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia 1 Jun 1864 Led the assaults of his brigade upon the enemy's works.
James Henry Army Sergeant Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
William W. Henry Army Colonel Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia 19 Oct 1864 Though 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-01Private near Kenesaw Mountain, Ga. 15 Jun 1864 With 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.
Francis J. Herron Army Lieutenant Colonel Pea Ridge, Ark. 7 May 1862 Was foremost in leading his men, rallying them to repeated acts of daring, until himself disabled and taken prisoner.
Francis S. Hesseltine Army Colonel Matagorda Bay, Tex. 29-30 Dec 1863 In 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 Army E-01Private near Fort Wagner, S.C. 13-14 and 18 Jul 1863 While 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 Sergeant Stony Creek Bridge, Virginia 29 Jun 1864 With a detachment of 3 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 U.S.S. Richmond 14 March 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the attack on Port Hudson, 14 March 1863.
Nathan E. Hickok Army E-04Corporal Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Capture of flag
Charles Higby Army E-01Private Appomattox Campaign, Virginia 29 Mar to 9 Apr 1865 Capture of flag
Thomas J. Higgins Army Sergeant Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Received the Medal of Honor at the request of the Confederates who captured him.
Patrick Highland Army E-04Corporal Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Conspicuous gallantry as color bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg.
Edward Hill Army Captain Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia 1 Jun 1864 Led 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 E-04Corporal Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia 6 May 1864 This 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.
James Hill Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Champion Hill, Miss. 16 May 1863 By skillful and brave management captured 3 of the enemy's pickets.
James Hill Army Sergeant Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia 30 Jul 1864 Capture of flag, shooting a Confederate officer who was rallying his men with the colors in his hand.
Benjamin F. Hilliker Army Musician Mechanicsburg, Mississippi 4 June 1863 When 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 feet 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 G. Hills Army E-01Private North Fork, Virginia 26 September 1864 Voluntarily carried a severely wounded comrade out of a heavy fire of the enemy.
Alfred B. Hilton Army Sergeant Chapins Farm, Virginia 29 September 1864 When 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. Hincks Army Sergeant Major Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 3 Jul 1863 During the highwater 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 Hinnecan Navy Second Class Fireman U.S.S. Agawam 23 December 1864 Hinnegan served on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, 23 December 1864.
Addison J. Hodges Army E-01Private Vicksburg, Miss. 3 May 1863 Was one of a party that volunteered and attempted to run the enemy's batteries with a steam tug and 2 barges loaded with subsistence stores.
Henry Hoffman Army E-04Corporal Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
Thomas W. Hoffman Army Captain Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Prevented a retreat of his regiment during the battle.
Franklin Hogan Army E-04Corporal Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia 30 Jul 1864 Capture of flag of 6th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
William P. Hogarty Army E-01Private Battle of Antietam, Md. and Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia 17 Sep 1862 and 13 Dec 1862 Distinguished gallantry in actions while attached to Battery B, 4th U.S. Artillery; lost his left arm at Fredericksburg.
Daniel Holcomb Army E-01Private Brentwood Hills, Tenn. 16 Dec 1864 Capture of Confederate guidon.
James Holehouse Army E-01Private Marye's Heights, Virginia 3 May 1863 First 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 2 men, the colors were brought to the summit, the regiment was advanced and the position held.
Lemuel F. Holland Army E-04Corporal Elk River, Tenn. 2 Jul 1863 Voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.
Milton M. Holland Army Sergeant Major Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Took command of Company C, after all the officers had been killed or wounded, and gallantly led it.
George Hollat Navy Third Class Boy U.S.S. Varuna 24 April 1862 Hollat served as third class boy on board the U.S.S. Varuna during an attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, 24 April 1862.
Lovilo N. Holmes Army First Sergeant Nolensville, Tenn. 15 Feb 1863 Was one of a detachment of 16 men who heroically defended a wagon train against the attack of 125 cavalry, repulsed the attack and saved the train.
William T. Holmes Army E-01Private Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag of 27th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Charles M. Holton Army First Sergeant Falling Waters, Virginia 14 Jul 1863 Capture 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 First Sergeant Lees Mills, Virginia 16 Apr 1862 Rescued the colors of his regiment under heavy fire, the color bearer having been shot down while the troops were in retreat.
Conrad Homan Army Color Sergeant Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia 30 Jul 1864 Fought his way through the enemy's lines with the regimental colors, the rest of the color guard being killed or captured.
George W. Hooker Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of South Mountain, Md. 14 Sep 1862 Rode 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 E-04Corporal Chamberlains Creek, Virginia 31 Mar 1865 With 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.
Charles F. Hopkins Army E-04Corporal Gaines Mill, Virginia 27 Jun 1862 Voluntarily 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.
Thomas Horan Army Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 2 Jul 1863 In a charge of his regiment this soldier captured the regimental flag of the 8th Florlda Infantry (C.S.A.).
Samuel B. Horne Army Captain Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 While 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 Army Drummer Siege of Corinth, Miss. 21 May 1862 Fifteen years old at time of Medal of Honor action.
James Horton Navy Gunner's Mate U.S.S. Montauk 21 September 1864 During 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 Navy Seaman U.S.S. Rhode Island 30 December 1862 Served on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island, which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the Monitor, 30 December 1862.
Solomon J. Hottenstine Army E-01Private Petersburg and Norfolk Railroad, Virginia 19 Aug 1864 Captured flag belonging to a North Carolina regiment, and through a ruse led them into the arms of Federal troops.
Ira Hough Army E-01Private Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia 19 Oct 1864 Capture of flag.
Charles H. Houghton Army Captain Battle of the Crater and Battle of Fort Stedman, Petersburg, Virginia 30 Jul 1864 and 25 Mar 1865 In 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 3 times wounded, and suffered loss of a leg.
Edward J. Houghton Navy Ordinary Seaman U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 27 October 1864 Houghton 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-01Private Elk River, Tenn. 2 Jul 1863 Voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.
William Houlton Army Commissary Sergeant Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
Henderson C. Howard Army E-04Corporal Glendale, Virginia 30 Jun 1862 While 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 Army E-01Private Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 25 November 1863 Scaled the enemy's works and in a hand-to-hand fight helped capture the flag of the 18th Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.).
James Howard Army Sergeant Fort Gregg, Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Carried 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.
Martin Howard Navy Landsman U.S.S. Tacony 31 October 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina, 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.
Oliver O. Howard Army Brigadier General Battle of Seven Pines, Virginia 1 Jun 1862 Led 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 U.S.S. Mississippi 14 March 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Mississippi during the action against Port Hudson, 14 March 1863.
Squire E. Howard Army First Sergeant Bayou Teche, Louisiana 14 Jan 1863 Voluntarily carried an important message through the heavy fire of the enemy to bring aid and save the gunboat Calhoun.
Orion P. Howe Army Musician Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 19 May 1863 A 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.
William H. Howe Army Sergeant Battle of Fort Stedman, Virginia 25 Mar 1865 Served an abandoned gun under heavy fire.
William S. Hubbell Army Captain Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 30 Sep 1864 Bravery in leading flanking movement, capturing large number of prisoners.
Aaron R. Hudson Army E-01Private Culloden, Ga. Apr 1865 Capture of flag of Worrill Grays (C.S.A.).
Michael Hudson Marine Corps Sergeant U.S.S. Brooklyn 5 August 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864
Oliver Hughes Army E-04Corporal Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road, Virginia 24 Jun 1864 Capture of flag of 11th South Carolina (C.S.A.).
John Hughey Army E-04Corporal Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag of 38th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Henry S. Huidekoper Army Lieutenant Colonel Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 1 Jul 1863 While 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-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Charles A. Hunter Army Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 In the assault on Fort Gregg, bore the regimental flag bravely and was among the foremost to enter the work.
John C. Hunterson Army E-01Private On the Peninsula, Virginia 5 Jun 1862 While 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 U.S.S. Carondelet March 1863 Fireman on board the U.S.S. 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.
Theodore Hyatt Army First Sergeant Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Thomas W. Hyde Army Major Battle of Antietam, Md. 17 Sep 1862 Led 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 U.S.S. Signal 5 May 1864 Served as seaman on board the U.S.S. Signal which was attacked by field batteries and sharpshooters and destroyed in Red River, 5 May 1864.
Samuel Hymer Army Captain Buzzard's Roost Gap, Ga. 13 Oct 1864 With only 41 men under his command, 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, Ga.

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Name Service Rank Place of action Date of action Notes
Charles H. Ilgenfritz Army Sergeant Fort Sedgwick, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 The 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 Army E-04Corporal Battle of Wilson's Creek, Mo. 10 Aug 1861 Bravery in action
Lewis J. Ingalls Army E-01Private Boutte Station, Louisiana A 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.
Leonidas H. Inscho Army E-04Corporal Battle of South Mountain, Md. 14 Sep 1862 Alone and unaided and with his left hand disabled, captured a Confederate captain and 4 men.
Joseph Irlam Navy Seaman U.S.S. Brooklyn 5 August 1864 Stationed at the wheel on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. When heavy enemy fire struck down several men at their guns and replacements were not available, Irlam voluntarily released 2 men who were stationed with him and carried on at the wheel with the assistance of only one of the crew throughout the furious battle.
Francis Irsch Army Captain Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 1 Jul 1863 Gallantry 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 U.S.S. Brooklyn 5 August 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Thomas Irving Navy Coxswain U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor 16 November 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, 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. 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 chaffing.
Nicholas Irwin Navy Seaman U.S.S. Brooklyn 5 August 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. 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.
Patrick Irwin Army First Sergeant Jonesboro, Ga. 1 Sep 1864 In 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. Daviel Govan and his command.

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Name Service Rank Place of action Date of action Notes
Frederick R. Jackson Army First Sergeant Battle of James Island, S.C. 16 Jun 1862 Having his left arm shot away in a charge on the enemy, he 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 Sergeant Major Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 2 May 1863 Bravery in conducting a scouting party in front of the enemy.
Isaac James Army E-01Private Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
John H. James Navy Captain of the Top U.S.S. Richmond 5 August 1864 As captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Miles James Army E-04Corporal Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 30 Sep 1864 Having had his arm mutilated, making immediate amputation necessary, he loaded and discharged his piece with one hand and urged his men forward; this within 30 yards of the enemy's works.
Walter Jamieson Army First Sergeant Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia and Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 30 Jul 1864 and 29 Sep 1864 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, 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 Army Sergeant Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Benjamin H. Jellison Army Sergeant Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 3 Jul 1863 Capture of flag of 57th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.). He also assisted in taking prisoners.
Thomas Jenkins Navy Seaman U.S.S. Cincinnati 27 May 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863.
James T. Jennings Army E-01Private Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia 20 Aug 1864 Capture of flag of 55th North Carolina Infantry (C.S.A.).
Erastus W. Jewett Army O-02First Lieutenant Newport Barracks, North Carolina 2 Feb 1864 By long and persistent resistance and burning the bridges kept a superior force of the enemy at a distance and thus covered the retreat of the garrison.
William John Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Franklin Johndro Army E-01Private Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 30 Sep 1864 Capture of 40 prisoners.
Elisha Johns Army E-04Corporal Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Last name sometimes spelled "Jones"
Henry T. Johns Army E-01Private Siege of Port Hudson, Louisiana 27 May 1863 Volunteered in response to a call and took part in the movement that was made upon the enemy's works under a heavy fire therefrom ?of a mile in advance of the general assault.
Andrew Johnson Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Follett Johnson Army E-04Corporal New Hope Church, Ga. 27 May 1864 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 U.S.S. Metacomet 5 August 1864 As seaman on board the U.S.S. 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, 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 10 of the crew of the Tecumseh, thereby eliciting the admiration of both friend and foe.
John Johnson Army E-01Private Battle of Antietam, Md. and Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia 17 Sep 1862 and 13 Dec 1862 Conspicuous gallantry in battle in which he was severely wounded. While serving as cannoneer he manned the positions of fallen gunners.
Joseph E. Johnson Army O-02First Lieutenant Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Though twice severely wounded while advancing in the assault, he disregarded his injuries and was among the first to enter the fort, where he was wounded for the third time.
Ruel M. Johnson Army Major Chattanooga, Tenn. 25 Nov 1863 While in command of the regiment bravely exposed himself to the fire of the enemy, encouraging and cheering his men.
Samuel Johnson Army E-01Private Battle of Antietam, Md. 17 Sep 1862 Individual bravery and daring in capturing from the enemy 2 colors of the 1st Texas Rangers (C.S.A.), receiving in the act a severe wound.
Wallace W. Johnson Army Sergeant Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 2 Jul 1863 With five other volunteers 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-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863
William P. Johnston Navy Landsman aboard the USS Fort Hindman, near Harrisonburg, Louisiana 2 Mar 1864 Continued to work the ship's guns despite being badly wounded.
Willie Johnston Army Musician Date and place of act not on record in War Department.
Andrew Jones Navy Chief Boatswain's Mate U.S. Ironclad, Chickasaw, Mobile Bay 5 August 1864 Served as chief boatswain's mate on board the U.S. Ironclad, Chickasaw, Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Although his enlistment was up, Jones volunteered for the battle of Mobile Bay, going on board the Chickasaw from the 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-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
John Jones Navy Landsman U.S.S. Rhode Island 30 December 1862 Served on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island, which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the Monitor, 30 December 1862.
John E. Jones Navy Quartermaster U.S.S. Oneida 5 August 1864 Served as quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Stationed at the wheel during the fierce action, 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 U.S.S. Ticonderoga various On board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13 to 15 January 1865.
William Jones Navy Captain of the Top U.S.S. Rlchmond 5 August 1864 As captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Rlchmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
William Jones Army First Sergeant Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Capture of flag of 65th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Absalom Jordan Army E-04Corporal Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
Robert Jordan Navy Coxswain U.S.S. Minnesota 14 April 1863 Attached to the U.S.S. Minnesota and temporarily serving on the U.S.S. Mount Washington, during action against the enemy in the Nansemond River, 14 April 1863.
Thomas Jordan Navy Quartermaster U.S.S. Calena 5 August 1864 On board the U.S.S. Calena during the attack on enemy forts at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Simeon T. Josselyn Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 25 Nov 1863 While commanding his company, deployed as skirmishers, came upon a large body of the enemy, taking a number of them prisoner. Lt. Josselyn himself shot their color bearer, seized the colors and brought them back to his regiment.
Francis W. Judge Army First Sergeant Battle of Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Tenn. 29 Nov 1863 The 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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Name Service Rank Place of action Date of action Notes
John Kaiser Army Sergeant Richmond, Virginia 27 Jun 1862 Gallant and meritorious service during the 7 days' battles before Richmond, Virginia
Luther Kaltenbach Army E-04Corporal Battle of Nashville, Tenn. 16 Dec 1864 Capture of flag, of 44th Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.).
John Kane Army E-04Corporal