Lester Archer

Lester Archer (1838 - October 27, 1864) was an American soldier. He received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.

Biography
Archer was born in Fort Ann, New York sometime in 1838. He served in the American Civil War in the 96th New York Infantry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on April 6, 1865 for his actions at the Battle of Chaffin's Farm. He died before the Medal could be presented to him so it was received posthumously.

Medal of Honor citation
Citation:

Gallantry in placing the colors of his regiment on the fort.Congressional Medal of Honor Society

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Category:1838 births
Category:1864 deaths
Category:People from New York (state)
Category:United States Army Medal of Honor recipients
Category:Military people from New York (state)