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Medal of Honor recipients


This is a complete alphabetical list (M to Z) 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.

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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
Arthur MacArthur, Jr. Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 25 Nov 1863 Father of General Douglas MacArthur, who also was awarded a Medal of Honor
James Machon Navy Boy Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
Alexander Mack Navy O-03Captain of the Top Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
John Mack Navy Seaman U.S.S. Hendrick Hudson 5 and 6 March 1865 As seaman on board the U.S.S. Hendrick Hudson, St. Marks, Fla., 5 and 6 March 1865, Mack 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.
John F. Mackie USMC E-04Corporal Battle of Drewry's Bluff, Virginia 15 May 1862 Serving aboard the U.S.S. Calena Mackie was the first Marine to receive the Medal of Honor.
Michael Madden Army E-01Private Masons Island, Maryland 3 Sep 1861 Assisted a wounded comrade to the riverbank and, under heavy fire of the enemy, swam with him across a branch of the Potomac to the Union lines.
William Madden Navy Coal Heaver Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
James Madison Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia 2 Mar 1865 Recapture of General Crook's headquarters flag.
William Magee Army Drummer Third Battle of Murfreesboro, Tenn. 5 Dec 1864 In a charge, was among the first to reach a battery of the enemy and, with one or two others, mounted the artillery horses and took two guns into the Union lines.
Jeremiah Mahoney Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Tennessee 29 November 1863 Capture of flag of 17th Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.).
Harry J. Mandy Army First Sergeant Battle of Front Royal, Virginia 15 Aug 1864 Capture of flag of 3d Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Richard C. Mangam Army E-01Private Hatcher's Run, Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Capture of flag of 8th Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.)
Joseph S. Manning Army E-01Private Battle of Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Tennessee 29 November 1863 Capture of flag of 17th Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.).
William Marland Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Grand Coteau, La. 3 Nov 1863 After having been surrounded by the enemy's cavalry, his support having surrendered, he ordered a charge and saved the section of the battery that was under his command.
Charles Marquette Army E-05Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 E-05Sergeant Marquette, although wounded, was one of the first to plant colors on the enemy's breastworks.
Albert Marsh Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Captured the enemy flag
Charles H. Marsh Army E-01Private Back Creek Valley, Virginia 31 Jul 1864 Capture of flag and its bearer.
George Marsh Army E-05Sergeant Elk River, Tenn. 2 Jul 1863 Voluntarily led a small party and, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.
Edward S. Martin Navy Quartermaster Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 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 Calena aided the stricken vessel past the enemy forts to safety. Despite heavy damage to his ship from raking enemy fire, Martin performed his duties with skill and courage throughout the action
George Martin Army E-05Sergeant Millerstown, Pa. Jul 1863 Enlisted under the name Martin Schwenk, medal was issued under that name.
James Martin USMC E-05Sergeant Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1865 Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Sgt. Martin fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious 2_hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan.
Sylvester H. Martin Army Lieutenant Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia 19 Aug 1864 Gallantly made a most dangerous reconnaissance, discovering the position of the enemy and enabling the division to repulse an attack made in strong force.
William Martin Navy Boatswain's Mate U.S.S. Benton 27 December 1862 Serving as boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Benton during the attack on Haines Bluff, Yazoo River, 27 December 1862.
William Martin Navy Seaman U.S.S. Varuna 24 April 1862 O-03Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Varuna during an attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, 24 April 1862.
Elihu H. Mason Army E-05Sergeant Great Locomotive Chase, Georgia Apr 1862 Fourth person to receive Medal Of Honor
William H. Mathews Army First Sergeant Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia 30 Jul 1864 Enlisted under the name Henry Sivel, and original Medal of Honor issued under that name. A new medal was issued in 1900 under true name.
John C. Matthews Army E-04Corporal Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Voluntarily took the colors, whose bearer had been disabled, and, although himself severely wounded, carried the same until the enemy's works were taken.
Milton Matthews Army E-01Private Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Capture of flag of 7th Tennessee Infantry (C.S.A.).
Henry B. Mattingly Army E-01Private Battle of Jonesborough, Georgia 1 Sep 1864 Capture of flag of 6th and 7th Arkansas Infantry (C.S.A.).
Charles P. Mattocks Army Major Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Displayed extraordinary gallantry in leading a charge of his regiment which resulted in the capture of a large number of prisoners and a stand of colors.
Lowell M. Maxham Army E-04Corporal Second Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia 3 May 1863 Though severely wounded and in face of a deadly fire from the enemy at short range, he rushed bravely forward and was among the first to enter the enemy's works on the crest of Marye's Heights and helped to plant his regimental colors there.
William May Army E-01Private Battle of Nashville, Tenn. 16 Dec 1864 Ran ahead of his regiment over the enemy's works and captured from its bearer the flag of Bonanchad's Confederate battery (C.S.A.).
John B. Mayberry Army E-01Private Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 3 Jul 1863 Captured the enemy flag
William B. Mayes Army E-01Private Near Kenesaw Mountain, Georgia 15 Jun 1864 With one companion and under a fierce fire from the enemy at short range went to the rescue of a wounded comrade who had fallen between the lines and carried him to a place of safety.
George H. Maynard Army E-01Private Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia 13 Dec 1862 A wounded and helpless comrade, having been left on the skirmish line, this soldier voluntarily returned to the front under a severe fire and carried the wounded man to a place of safety.
Peter McAdams Army E-04Corporal Salem Heights, Virginia 3 May 1863 Went 250 yards in front of his regiment toward the position of the enemy and under fire brought within the lines a wounded and unconscious comrade.
Benjamin F. McAlwee Army E-05Sergeant Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia 30 Jul 1864 Picked up a shell with burning fuse and threw it over the parapet into the ditch, where it exploded; by this act he probably saved the lives of comrades at the great peril of his own.
Charles McAnally Army Lieutenant Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 In a hand_to_hand encounter with the enemy captured a flag, was wounded in the act, but continued on duty until he received a second wound.
William W. McCammon Army O-02First Lieutenant Second Battle of Corinth, Mississippi 3 Oct 1862 While on duty as provost marshal, voluntarily assumed command of his company, then under fire, and so continued in command until the repulse and retreat of the enemy on the following day, the loss to this company during the battle being very great.
Bernard McCarren Army E-01Private Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 3 Jul 1863 Capture of flag.
Joseph McCauslln Army E-01Private Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Conspicuous gallantry as color bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg.
Charles H. McCleary Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Nashville, Tenn. 16 Dec 1864 Capture of flag of 4th Florida Infantry (C.S.A.), while in advance of his lines.
James M. McClelland Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Matthew McClelland Navy First Class Fireman U.S.S. Richmond 14 March 1863 Serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the attack on Port Hudson, 14 March 1863. Damaged by a 6_inch solid rifle shot which shattered the starboard safety_valve chamber and also damaged the port safety_valve, the fireroom of the Richmond immediately became filled with steam to place it in an extremely critical condition. Acting courageously in this crisis, McClelland persisted in penetrating the steam_filled room in order to haul the hot fires of the furnaces and continued this gallant action until the gravity of the situation had lessened.
Samuel McConnell Army O-03Captain Battle of Fort Blakely, Ala. 9 Apr 1865 While leading his company in an assault, Capt. McConnell braved an intense fire that mowed down his unit. Upon reaching the breastworks he found that he had only one member of his company with him, Pvt. Wagner. He was so close to an enemy gun that the blast knocked him down a ditch. Getting up, he entered the gun pit, the guncrew fleeing before him. About 30 paces away he saw a Confederate flag bearer and guard which he captured with the last shot in his pistol.
Michael McCormlck Navy Boatswain's Mate U.S.S. Signal 5 May 1864 Served as boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Signal, Red River, 5 May 1864. Proceeding up the Red River, the U.S.S. Signal engaged a large force of enemy field batteries and sharpshooters, returning the fire until the ship was totally disabled, at which time the white flag was raised. Serving as gun captain and wounded early in the battle, McCormick bravely stood by his gun in the face of the enemy fire until ordered to withdraw.
Andrew McCornack Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Adam McCullock Navy Seaman Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 On board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
George E. McDonald Army E-01Private Battle of Fort Stedman, Virginia 25 Mar 1865 Capture of flag
John McDonald Navy Boatswain's Mate U.S.S. Baron De Kalb 23 December 1862 to 27 December 1862 Serving on board the U.S.S. Baron De Kalb, Yazoo River Expedition, 23 to 27 December 1862.
John W. McDonald Army E-01Private Battle of Shiloh, Tenn. 6 Apr 1862 Was severely wounded while endeavoring, at the risk of his life, to carry to a place of safety a wounded and helpless comrade.
Samuel O. McElhlnny Army E-01Private Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
Patrick H. McEnroe Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Opequon, Virginia 19 Sep 1864 Capture of colors of 36th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Daniel McFall Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Captured Col. Barker, commanding the Confederate brigade that charged the Union batteries; on the same day rescued Lt. George W. Harmon of his regiment from the enemy.
John C. McFarland Navy O-03Captain of the Forecastle Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 For not leaving his post while under fire during successful action against Fort Morgan in Mobile Bay.
Edward McGinn Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Wilson McGonagle Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Andrew J. McGonnigle Army O-03Captain and Assistant Quartermaster Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia 19 Oct 1864 While acting chief quartermaster of Gen. Sheridan's forces operating in the Shenandoah Valley was severely wounded while voluntarily leading a brigade of infantry and was commended for the greatest gallantry by Gen. Sheridan.
Owen McGough Army E-04Corporal First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia 21 Jul 1861 Through his personal exertions under a heavy fire, one of the guns of his battery was brought off the field; all the other guns were lost.
John McGowan Navy Quartermaster U.S.S. Varuna 24 April 1862 McGowan occupied one of the most responsible positions on the U.S.S. Varuna during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip and in action against the rebel ship Morgan on 24 April 1862.
Thomas McGraw Army E-05Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 One of the three soldiers most conspicuous for gallantry in the final assault.
Patrick McGuire Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Carried with others by hand a cannon up to and fired it through an embrasure of the enemy's work.
Alexander U. McHale Army E-04Corporal Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Captured a Confederate color in a charge, threw the flag over in front of the works, and continued in the charge upon the enemy.
Martin McHugh Navy Seaman U.S.S. Cincinnati 27 May 1863 Serving 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 McIntosh Navy O-03Captain of the Top Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 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.
Charles W. McKay Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Rocky Face Ridge, Dug Gap, Georgia 8 May 1864 Voluntarily risked his life in rescuing under the fire of the enemy a wounded comrade who was Iying between the lines.
George McKee Army Color Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Gallantry as color bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg
Nineveh S. McKeen Army O-02First Lieutenant Stone River, Tenn. and Battle of Hoover's Gap, Liberty Gap, Tenn. 30 Dec 1862 and 25 Jun 1863 Conspicuous in the charge at Stone River, Tenn., where he was three times wounded. At Liberty Gap, Tenn., captured colors of 8th Arkansas Infantry (C.S.A.).
Michael McKeever Army E-01Private Burnt Ordinary, Virginia 19 Jan 1863 Was one of a small scouting party that charged and routed a mounted force of the enemy six times their number. He led the charge in a most gallant and distinguished manner, going far beyond the call of duty.
William McKnight Navy Coxswain U.S.S. Varuna 24 April 1862 O-03Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Varuna during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip and in action against the rebel ship Morgan, 24 April 1862.
Nathaniel A. McKown Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Capture of flag.
James McLeod Navy O-03Captain of the Foretop U.S.S. Pensacola 24 April 1862 and 25 April 1862 O-03Captain of foretop, and a volunteer from the Colorado, McLeod served on board the U.S.S. Pensacola during the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip and the taking of New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862. Acting as gun captain of the rifled howitzer aft which was much exposed, he served this piece with great ability and activity, although no officer superintended it.
Martin T. McMahon Army O-03Captain Battle of White Oak Swamp, Virginia 30 Jun 1862 Under fire of the enemy, successfully destroyed a valuable train that had been abandoned and prevented it from falling into the hands of the enemy.
Francis M. McMillen Army E-05Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
John P. McVeane* Army E-04Corporal Fredericksburg Heights, Virginia 4 May 1863 Shot a Confederate color bearer and seized the flag; also approached, alone, a barn between the lines and demanded and received the surrender of a number of the enemy therein.
Walter F. McWhorter Army Commissary Sergeant Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag of 6th Tennessee Infantry (C.S.A.)
George W. McWilliams Navy Landsman First and Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina Various Served on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, 24 December 1864, to 22 February 1865.
George E. Meach Army Farrier Battle of Opequon, Virginia 19 Sep 1864 Capture of flag
Thomas Meagher Army First Sergeant Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 29 Sep 1864 Led a section of his men on the enemy's works, receiving a wound while scaling a parapet.
George W. Mears Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 2 Jul 1863 With five volunteers he gallantly charged on a number of the enemy's sharpshooters concealed in a log house, captured them, and brought them into the Union lines.
Charles Melville Navy Ordinary Seaman Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 On board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during action against rebel gunboats, the ram Tennessee, and Fort Morgan in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
John W. Menter Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
Henry C. Merriam Army Lieutenant Colonel Battle of Fort Blakely, Ala. 9 Apr 1865 Volunteered to attack the enemy's works in advance of orders and, upon permission being given, made a most gallant assault.
James K. Merrifield Army E-04Corporal Second Battle of Franklin, Tenn. 30 Nov 1864 Captured 2 battle flags from the enemy and returned with them to his own lines.
Augustus Merrill Army O-03Captain Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 With 6 men, captured 69 Confederate prisoners and recaptured several soldiers who had fallen into the enemy's hands.
George Merrill Army E-01Private Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina 15 Jan 1865 Voluntarily advanced with the head of the column and cut down the palisading.
John G. Merritt Army E-05Sergeant First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia 21 Jul 1861 Gallantry in action; was wounded while capturing flag in advance of his regiment.
Henry C. Meyer Army O-03Captain Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 17 Jun 1864 During an assault and in the face of a heavy fire rendered heroic assistance to a wounded and helpless officer, thereby saving his life and in the performance of this gallant act sustained a severe wound.
James Mifflin Navy Engineer's Cook Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
Nelson A. Miles Army Colonel Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 2-3 May 1863 Holding with his command an advanced position against repeated assaults by the enemy.
Andrew Miller USMC E-05Sergeant Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 Served board the U.S.S. Richmond during Battle of Fort Morgan.
Frank Miller Army E-01Private Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag of 25th Battalion Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.); was taken prisoner, but successfully retained his trophy until recaptured.
Henry A. Miller Army O-03Captain Battle of Fort Blakely, Ala. 9 Apr 1865 Capture of flag
Jacob C. Miller Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
James Miller Navy Quartermaster U.S. Steam Gunboat Marblehead 25 December 1863 Served as quartermaster on board the U.S. Steam Gunboat Marblehead off Legareville, Stono River, 25 December 1863, during an engagement with the enemy on John's Island. Acting courageously under the fierce hostile fire, Miller behaved gallantly throughout the engagement which resulted in the enemy's withdrawal and abandonment of its arms.
James P. Miller Army E-01Private Selma, Alabama 2 April 1865 Capture of standard of 12th Mississippi Cavalry (C.S.A.).
John Miller Army E-04Corporal Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 3 Jul 1863 for capture of 2 flags
John Miller Army E-01Private Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia 2 Mar 1865 for capture of flag
William E. Miller Army O-03Captain Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 3 Jul 1863 Without orders, led a charge of his squadron upon the flank of the enemy, checked his attack, and cut off and dispersed the rear of his column.
Daniel Milliken Navy Quarter Gunner First and Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina Various Milliken 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.
Charles Mills Navy Seaman Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina 15 Jan 1865 On board the U.S.S. Minnesota, in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.
Frank W. Mills Army E-05Sergeant Sandy Cross Roads, North Carolina 4 Sep 1862 While scouting, this soldier, in command of an advance of but 3 or 4 men, came upon the enemy, and charged them without orders, the rest of the troops following, the whole force of the enemy, 120 men, being captured.
George W. Mindil Army O-03Captain Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia 5 May 1862 As aide_de_camp led the charge with a part of a regiment, pierced the enemy's center, silenced some of his artillery, and, getting in his rear, caused him to abandon his position.
Alexander H. Mitchell Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Capture of flag of 18th North Carolina Infantry (C.S.A.), in a personal encounter with the color bearer.
Theodore Mitchell Army E-01Private Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Capture of the flag of the Tennessee Brigade (C.S.A.).
John H. Moffitt Army E-04Corporal Battle of Gaines' Mill, Virginia 27 Jun 1862 Voluntarily took up the regimental colors after several color bearers had been shot down and carried them until himself wounded.
Archibald Molbone Army E-05Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Was one of a detachment of 20 picked artillerymen who voluntarily accompanied an infantry assaulting party and who turned upon the enemy the guns captured in the assault.
Hugh Molloy Navy Ordinary Seaman U.S.S. Fort Hindman 2 March 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Fort Hindman during the engagement near Harrisonburg, La., 2 March 1864.
Patrick Monaghan Army E-04Corporal Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 17 Jun 1864 Recapture of colors of 7th New York Heavy Artillery.
Robert Montgomery Navy O-03Captain of the Afterguard First Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina 23 December 1864 Montgomery 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.
Charles Moore Navy Landsman U.S. Steam Gunboat Marblehead 25 Dec 1863 Serving on board the U.S. Steam Gunboat Marblehead off Legareville, Stono River, 25 December 1863, during an engagement with the enemy on John's Island.
Charles Moore Navy Seaman U.S.S. Kearsarge 19 Jun 1864 Served as seaman on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864.
Daniel B. Moore Army E-04Corporal Battle of Fort Blakely, Ala. 9 Apr 1865 At the risk of his own life saved the life of an officer who had been shot down and overpowered by superior numbers.
George Moore 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.
George G. Moore Army E-01Private Battle of Fisher's Hill, Virginia 22 Sep 1864 Capture of flag
Wilbur F. Moore Army E-01Private Battle of Nashville, Tenn. 16 Dec 1864 Captured flag of a Confederate battery while far in advance of the Union lines.
William Moore Navy Boatswain's Mate Yazoo River Expedition 27 December 1862 Serving as boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Benton during the attack on Haines Bluff, Yazoo River, 27 December 1862.
Delano Morey Army E-01Private Battle of McDowell, Virginia 8 May 1862 After the charge of the command had been repulsed, he rushed forward alone with an empty gun and captured two of the enemy's sharpshooters.
Jerome Morford Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
James H. Morgan Navy O-03Captain of the Top Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 As captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Lewis Morgan Army E-01Private Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Capture of flag from the enemy's works.
Richard H. Morgan Army E-04Corporal Columbus, Georgia 16 Apr 1865 Capture of flag inside the enemy's works, contesting for its possession with its bearer.
Walter G. Morrill Army O-03Captain Second Battle of Rappahannock Station, Virginia 7 Nov 1863 Learning that an assault was to be made upon the enemy's works by other troops, this officer voluntarily joined the storming party with about 50 men of his regiment, and by his dash and gallantry rendered effective service in the assault.
William Morris Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag of 40th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Francis Morrison Army E-01Private Bermuda Hundred Campaign, Virginia 17 Jun 1864 Voluntarily exposed himself to a heavy fire to bring off a wounded comrade.
John G. Morrison Navy Coxswain U.S.S. Carondelet 15 July 1862 Serving as coxswain on board the U.S.S. Carondelet, Morrison was commended for meritorious conduct in general and especially for his heroic conduct and his inspiring example to the crew in the engagement with the rebel ram Arkansas, Yazoo River, 15 July 1862.
Benjamin Morse Army E-01Private Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Capture of colors of 4th Georgia Battery (C.S.A.)
Charles E. Morse Army E-05Sergeant Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia 5 May 1864 Voluntarily rushed back into the enemy's lines, took the colors from the color sergeant, who was mortally wounded, and, although himself wounded, carried them through the fight.
Charles W. Morton Navy Boatswain's Mate U.S.S. Benton 23 December 1863 to 27 December 1863 Serving as boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Benton during the Yazoo River Expedition, 23 to 27 December 1863.
John W. Mostoller Army E-01Private Battle of Lynchburg, Virginia 18 Jun 1864 Voluntarily led a charge on a Confederate battery (the officers of the company being disabled) and compelled its hasty removal.
St. Clair A. Mulholland Army Major Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 4-5 May 1863 In command of the picket line held the enemy in check all night to cover the retreat of the Army.
Patrick Mullen Navy Boatswain's Mate USS Wyandank, Mattox Creek 17 Mar 1865 Served as boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Wyandank during a boat expedition up Mattox Creek, 17 March 1865.
Patrick Mullen Navy Boatswain's Mate USS Don 1 May 1865 for saving an officer from drowning
Walter L. Mundell Army E-04Corporal Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of flag.
Harvey M. Munsell Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 1-3 Jul 1863 Gallant and courageous conduct as color bearer. (This noncommissioned officer carried the colors of his regiment through 13 engagements.)
Charles J. Murphy Army O-02First Lieutenant and Quartermaster First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia 21 Jul 1861 Took a rifle and voluntarily fought with his regiment in the ranks; when the regiment was forced back, voluntarily remained on the field caring for the wounded, and was there taken prisoner.
Daniel J. Murphy Army E-05Sergeant Hatchers Run, Virginia 27 Oct 1864 Capture of flag of 47th North Carolina Infantry (C.S.A.).
Dennis J. F. Murphy Army E-05Sergeant Second Battle of Corinth, Mississippi 3 Oct 1862 Although wounded three times, carried the colors throughout the conflict.
James T. Murphy Army E-01Private Battle of Fort Stedman, Petersburg, Virginia 25 Mar 1865 A piece of artillery having been silenced by the enemy, this soldier voluntarily ass1sted in working the piece, conducting himself throughout the engagement in a gallant and fearless manner.
John P. Murphy Army E-01Private Battle of Antietam, Maryland 17 Sep 1862 Capture of flag of 13th Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.).
Michael C. Murphy Army Lieutenant Colonel Battle of North Anna, Virginia 24 May 1864 This officer, commanding the regiment, kept it on the field exposed to the fire of the enemy for 3 hours without being able to fire one shot in return because of the ammunition being exhausted.
Patrick Murphy Navy Boatswain's Mate Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 Served as boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Metacomet, during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Robinson B. Murphy Army Musician Battle of Ezra Church, Atlanta, Georgia 28 Jul 1864 Being orderly to the brigade commander, he voluntarily led two regiments as reinforcements into line of battle, where he had his horse shot under him.
Thomas Murphy Army E-04Corporal Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 30 Sep 1864 Capture of flag
Thomas C. Murphy Army E-04Corporal Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Voluntarily crossed the line of heavy fire of Union and Confederate forces, carrying a message to stop the firing of one Union regiment on another.
Thomas J. Murphy Army First Sergeant Battle of Five Forks, Virginia 1 Apr 1865 Capture of flag
George S. Myers Army E-01Private Battle of Chickamauga, Georgia 19 Sep 1863 Saved the regimental colors by greatest personal devotion and bravery.
William H. Myers Army E-01Private Battle of Appomattox Courthouse, Virginia 9 Apr 1865 Gallantry in action; was 5 times wounded.

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Name Service Rank Place of action Date of action Notes
Henry H. Nash Army E-04Corporal Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 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.
David Naylor Navy Landsman Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 For his actions while on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864
Zachariah C. Neahr Army E-01Private Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina 15 Jan 1865 Voluntarily advanced with the head of the column and cut down the palisading.
John Neil Navy Quarter Gunner First Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina 23 December 1864 For his actions while serving 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
Edwin M. Neville Army O-03Captain Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of the enemy flag
William D. Newland Navy Ordinary Seaman Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 Newland distinguished himself on board the USS Oneida for his good conduct and faithful discharge of his station, behaving splendidly under the fire of the enemy and throughout the battle which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and the damaging of Fort Morgan.
Marcellus J. Newman Army E-01Private Battle of Resaca, Georgia 14 May 1864 Voluntarily returned, in the face of a severe fire from the enemy, and rescued a wounded comrade who had been left behind as the regiment fell back.
William H. Newman Army Lieutenant Near Amelia Springs, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of the enemy flag
John H. Nibbe Navy Quartermaster U.S.S. Peterel 22 April 1864 Served as quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Peterel during its capture in Yazoo River, 22 April 1864.
Henry C. Nichols Army O-03Captain Battle of Fort Blakely, Ala. 9 Apr 1865 Voluntarily made a reconnaissance in advance of the line held by his regiment and, under a heavy fire, obtained information of great value.
William Nichols Navy Quartermaster Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
Robert Niven Army O-01Second Lieutenant Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia 2 Mar 1865 Capture of 2 flags
Daniel Noble Navy Landsman Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 As landsman on board the U.S.S. Metacomet, Noble served among 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 enemy forts in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
John J. Nolan Army E-05Sergeant Georgia Landing, La. 27 Oct 1862 Although prostrated by a cannon shot, refused to give up the flag which he was carrying as color bearer of his regiment and continued to carry it at the head of the regiment throughout the engagement.
Conrad Noll Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Seized the colors, the color bearer having been shot down, and gallantly fought his way out with them, though the enemy were on the left flank and rear.
Jasper N. North Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Elliott M. Norton Army O-01Second Lieutenant Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Rushed ahead of his column and captured the flag of the 44th Tennessee Infantry (C.S.A.).
John R. Norton Army Lieutenant Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of the enemy flag
Llewellyn P. Norton Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Charged the enemy and, with the assistance of Corporal Bringle, captured a fieldpiece with 2 prisoners.
William W. Noyes Army E-01Private Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 12 May 1864 Standing upon the top of the breastworks, deliberately took aim and fired no less than 15 shots into the enemy's lines, but a few yards away.
Christopher Nugent USMC Orderly Sergeant on board the U.S.S. Fort Henry 15 June 1863 For his actions while serving on board the U.S.S. Fort Henry, Crystal River, Fla., 15 June 1863.
Lee Nutting Army O-03Captain Todd's Tavern, Virginia 8 May 1864 Led the regiment in charge at a critical moment under a murderous fire until he fell desperately wounded.

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Name Service Rank Place of action Date of action Notes
James R. O'Beirne Army O-03Captain Battle of Seven Pines, Virginia 31 May and 1 Jun 1862 Gallantly maintained the line of battle until ordered to fall back.
Henry D. O'Brien Army E-04Corporal Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 3 Jul 1863 Taking up the colors where they had fallen, he rushed ahead of his regiment, close to the muzzles of the enemy's guns, and engaged in the desperate struggle in which the enemy was defeated, and though severely wounded, he held the colors until wounded a second time.
Oliver O'Brien Navy Coxswain U.S. Sloop John Adams 28 November 1864 Served as coxswain on board the U.S. Sloop John Adams, Sullvan's Island Channel, 28 November 1864. Taking part in the boarding of the blockade runner Beatrice while under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie, O'Brien, who was in charge of one of the boarding launches, carried out his duties with prompt and energetic conduct. This action resulted in the firing of the Beatrice and the capture of a quantity of supplies from her.
Peter O'Brien Army E-01Private Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia 2 Mar 1865 Capture of flag and of a Confederate officer with his horse and equipment
Thomas O'Connell Navy Coal Heaver Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 On board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford, during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864.
Albert O'Connor Army E-05Sergeant Gravelly Run, Virginia 31 Mar and 1 Apr 1865 On 31 March 1865, with a comrade, recaptured a Union officer from a detachment of 9 Confederates, capturing 3 of the detachment and dispersing the remainder, and on 1 April 1865, seized a stand of Confederate colors, killing a Confederate officer in a hand_to_hand contest over the colors and retaining the colors until surrounded by Confederates and compelled to relinquish them.
Timothy O'Connor Army E-01Private Unknown Unknown Date and place of act not of record in War Department.
John O'Dea Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party
Menomen O'Donnell Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi and Fort DeRussey, La. 22 May 1863 and 14 Mar 1864 Voluntarily joined the color guard in the assault on the enemy's works when he saw indications of wavering and caused the colors of his regiment to be planted on the parapet. Voluntarily placed himself in the ranks of an assaulting column (being then on staff duty) and rode with it Into the enemy's works, being the only mounted officer present, was twice wounded in battle.
Timothy O'Donoghue Navy Seaman U.S.S. Signal 5 May 1864 Served as boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Signal, Red River, 5 May 1864.
Charles Oliver Army E-05Sergeant Battle of Fort Stedman, Petersburg, Virginia 25 Mar 1865 Capture of flag of 31st Georgia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Paul A. Oliver Army O-03Captain Battle of Resaca, Georgia 15 May 1864 While acting as aide assisted in preventing a disaster caused by Union troops firing into each other
Stephen O'neill Army E-04Corporal Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 1 May 1863 Took up the colors from the hands of the color bearer who had been shot down and bore them through the remainder of the battle.
John N. Opel Army E-01Private Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia 5 May 1864 Capture of flag of 50th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
David Orbansky Army E-01Private Shiloh, Tenn.; Vicksburg, Mississippi, etc. 1862 and 1863 Gallantry in actions.
Charles A. Orr Army E-01Private Battle of Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, Virginia 27 Oct 1864 This soldier and two others, voluntarily and under fire, rescued several wounded and helpless soldiers.
Robert L. Orr Army Major Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 Carried the colors at the head of the column in the assault after two color bearers had been shot down.
John Ortega Navy Seaman on board the U.S.S. Saratoga 31 December 1864 Served as seaman during actions on 2 occasions. Carrying out his duties courageously during these actions, Ortega conducted himself gallantly through both periods. Promoted to acting master's mate.
Jacob G. Orth Army E-04Corporal Battle of Antietam, Maryland 17 Sep 1862 Capture of flag of 7th South Carolina Infantry (C.S.A.), in hand_to_hand encounter, although he was wounded in the shoulder.
William H. Osborne Army E-01Private Battle of Malvern Hill, Virginia 1 Jul 1862 Although wounded and carried to the rear, he secured a rifle and voluntarily returned to the front, where, failing to find his own regiment, he joined another and fought with it until again severely wounded and taken prisoner.
Albert Oss Army E-01Private Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 3 May 1863 Remained in the rifle pits after the others had retreated, firing constantly, and contesting the ground step by step.
Jacob H. Overturf Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Miles M. Oviatt USMC E-04Corporal Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 For actions against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay.

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Name Service Rank Place of action Date of action Notes
Loron F. Packard Army E-01Private Raccoon Ford, Virginia 27 November 1863 After his command had retreated, this soldier, voluntarily and alone, returned to the assistance of a comrade and rescued him from the hands of 3 armed Confederates.
George H. Palmer Army Musician Lexington, Mo. 20 September 1861 Volunteered to fight in the trenches and also led a charge which resulted in the recapture of a Union hospital, together with Confederate sharpshooters then occupying the same.
John G. Palmer Army E-04Corporal Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia 13 Dec 1862 First of 6 men who volunteered to assist gunner of a battery upon which the enemy was concentrating its fire, and fought with the battery until the close of the engagement. His commanding officer felt he would never see this man alive again.
William J. Palmer Army Colonel Red Hill, Ala. 14 Jan 1865 Attacked and defeated a superior force of the enemy without losing a man.
Thomas Parker Army E-04Corporal Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia and Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 2 Apr 1865 and 6 Apr 1865 Planted the first color on the enemy's works. Carried the regimental colors over the creek after the regiment had broken and been repulsed.
William Parker Navy O-03Captain of the Afterguard U.S.S. Cayuga 24 April 1862 and 25 April 1862 At the wheel on board the U.S.S. Cayuga during the capture of Forts St. Philip and Jackson, and New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862.
George Parks Navy O-03Captain of the Forecastle Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 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.
Henry J. Parks Army E-01Private Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia 19 Oct 1864 While alone and in advance of his unit and attempting to cut off the retreat of a supply wagon, he fought and sent to flight a Confederate color bearer. After capturing the color bearer and leaving him in the rear, he returned to the front and captured 3 more wagons and drivers.
James W. Parks Army E-04Corporal Battle of Nashville, Tenn. 16 Dec 1864 Capture of flag
Jacob Parrott Army E-01Private Great Locomotive Chase, Georgia Apr 1862 First Medal of Honor recipient.
Joel Parsons Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
John H. Patterson Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia 5 May 1864 Under the heavy fire of the advancing enemy, picked up and carried several hundred yards to a place of safety a wounded officer of his regiment who was helpless and would otherwise have been burned in the forest.
John T. Patterson Army Principal Musician Second Battle of Winchester, Virginia 14 Jun 1863 With one companion, voluntarily went in front of the Union line, under a heavy fire from the enemy, and carried back a helpless wounded comrade, thus saving him from death or capture.
William H. Paul Army E-01Private Battle of Antietam, Maryland 17 Sep 1862 Under a most withering and concentrated fire, voluntarily picked up the colors of his regiment, when the bearer and 2 of the color guard had been killed, and bore them aloft throughout the entire battle.
Byron E. Pay Army E-01Private 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.
Irvin C. Payne Army E-04Corporal Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 6 Apr 1865 Capture of Virginia State colors.
Thomas H. L. Payne Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Fort Blakely, Ala. 9 Apr 1865 While acting regimental quartermaster, learning of an expected assault, requested assignment to a company that had no commissioned officers present; was so assigned, and was one of the first to lead his men into the enemy's works.
Platt Pearsall Army E-04Corporal Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi 22 May 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
Alfred L. Pearson Army Colonel Battle of Lewis's Farm, Virginia 29 Mar 1865 Seeing a brigade forced back by the enemy, he seized his regimental color, called on his men to follow him, and advanced upon the enemy under a severe fire. The whole brigade took up the advance, the lost ground was regained, and the enemy was repulsed.
Joachim Pease Navy Seaman U.S.S. Kearsarge 19 June 1864 Served as seaman on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864.
Cassius Peck Army E-01Private Near Blackburn's Ford, Virginia 19 Sep 1862 Took command of such soldiers as he could get and attacked and captured a Confederate battery of 4 guns. Also, while on a reconnaissance, overtook and captured a Confederate soldier.
Oscar E. Peck Navy Second Class Boy USS Varuna 24 April 1862 Peck served as second_class boy on board the Varuna during an attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, 24 April 1862.
Theodore S. Peck 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 bay and covered the retreat of the garrison.
James K. Peirsol Army E-05Sergeant Paines Crossroads, Virginia 5 Apr 1865 Capture of flag
William Pelham Navy Landsman Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Ala. 5 Aug 1864 On board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during successful actions against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
Galusha Pennypacker Army Colonel Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina 15 Jan 1865 Gallantly led the charge over a traverse and planted the colors of one of his regiments thereon, was severely wounded.
Patrick H. Pentzer Army O-03Captain Battle of Fort Blakely, Ala. 9 Apr 1865 Among the first to enter the enemy's entrenchments, he received the surrender of a Confederate general officer and his headquarters flag.
Thomas Perry Navy Boatswain's Mate U.S.S. Kearsarge 19 June 1864 Served as boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864.
Joseph Pesch Army E-01Private Battle of Grand Gulf, Mississippi 28-29 Apr 1863 With 2 comrades voluntarily took position on board the steamer Cheeseman, in charge of all