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

This is a complete alphabetical list (G to L). 
The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration presented by the United States government. It is bestowed on members of the United States armed forces. To receive it they must distinguish themselves "…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 after the person was killed (posthumously).Defense link Medal of Honor history

Many of the medals presented during the American Civil War were for capturing or saving regimental flags. During the Civil War these flags served as the rallying point for the unit. They also guided the unit's movements. Loss of the flag could greatly disrupt a unit. It could have a greater effect than the death of the commanding officer.

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Recipients

Image  Name  Service  Rank  Place of action  Date of action NotesArmyE-01PrivateElk River, TennesseeVoluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.ArmyE-01PrivateAlsops Farm, VirginiaVoluntarily held an important position under heavy fire.ArmyCommissary SergeantFarmville, VirginiaHis 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.75px|alt=An older, balding black man with mustache, wearing a double-breasted suit and striped bow tie. He is sitting in a chair holding an open book in his left hand.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaLast name sometimes spelled "Gardner"ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Five Forks, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmySergeantThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaWas among the first to enter Fort Gregg, clearing his way by using his musket on the heads of the enemy.NavySeamanAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayAs seaman on board the U.S.S. Galena in the engagement at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Serving gallantly during this fierce battle which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and the damaging of Fort Morgan. Gardner behaved with conspicuous coolness under the fire of the enemy. ArmySergeantBattle of Nashville, Tenn.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.). NavyCoal HeaverAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayOn 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. NavyCaptain of the ForecastleAboard the , First Battle of Fort Fisher 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.ArmySergeantBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaFell dead while planting the colors of his regiment on the enemy's works. ArmyE-01PrivateSecond Battle of Franklin, Tenn.Capture of flag.ArmyE-04Corporalnear Berryville, VirginiaCapture of the colors of the 8th South Carolina Infantry while engaged in a reconnaissance along the Berryville and Winchester Pike.ArmySergeantBattle of Fort Stedman, VirginiaVoluntarily 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 flankNavyOrdinary SeamanAboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1George 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.ArmyO-02First Lieutenant and AdjutantBattle of Nashville, Tenn.Capture of flag of 4th Mississippi (C.S.A.).ArmyCaptainBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party." ArmySergeantThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmyE-01PrivateAshepoo River, S.C.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.NavyLandsmanAboard the , Charleston HarborOn 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.75px|alt=An older white man with Van Dyke mustache and beard wearing an ornate military jacket with fringe at the shoulders, a wide sash across the chest, and a medal hanging from his neck.ArmyO-02First Lieutenantnear Bethesda Church, VirginiaExposed 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.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.Assisted in the capture of a Confederate flag by knocking down the color sergeant.ArmyMajorSalem Heights, VirginiaSeized the colors of his regiment and gallantly rallied his men under a very severe fire.ArmyE-01PrivateReams Station, VirginiaThe 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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Chancellorsville, VirginiaVoluntarily and under heavy fire advanced toward the enemy's lines and secured valuable information.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.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.ArmyE-01PrivateRinggold, Ga.Capture of flag and battery guidon.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of Waynesboro, VirginiaCapture of flagArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party." ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of Fredericksburg, VirginiaWith the assistance of another soldier brought a wounded comrade into the lines, under heavy fire.ArmyO-02First LieutenantBattle of Chancellorsville, VirginiaRescued the colors of the 107th Ohio Volunteers from the enemy.ArmyO-02First Lieutenantnear Cedar Creek, VirginiaWhile the command was falling back, he returned, and in the face of the enemy rescued a sergeant from under his fallen horse.ArmyCaptainThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaAmong 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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."ArmyCaptain and aide-de-campHoney Hill, S.C.While under severe fire of the enemy, which drove back the command, rendered valuable assistance in rallying the men.ArmySergeantBattle of the Wilderness, VirginiaSinglehanded, rescued a comrade from 2 Confederate guards, knocking down one and compelling surrender of the other.NavyLandsmanAboard the 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.ArmyO-01Second LieutenantBattle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.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.ArmySurgeonBattle of Seven Pines, VirginiaRemoved 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.ArmyColonelSalem Heights, VirginiaPersonal gallantry and intrepidity displayed in the management of his brigade and in leading it in the assault in which he was wounded.ArmyE-04CorporalFort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaFirst to plant the colors of his State on the fortifications.ArmyE-01PrivatePort Republic, VirginiaMounted 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.ArmySergeantDrurys Bluff, VirginiaWhile 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. ArmyCaptainJonesboro, Ga.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.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.Scaled the enemy's works and in a hand-to-hand fight helped capture the flag of the 18th Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.). ArmyE-01PrivateSecond Battle of Franklin, Tenn.Capture of corps headquarters flag (C.S.A.). NavyCaptain of the ForecastleAboard the , Battle of Forts Jackson and St. PhilipCaptain 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 1862.75px|alt=Head of a white man with brown hair, mustache, and beard, wearing a blue military jacket with two columns of gold buttons down the chest. The portrait is in a golden oval-shaped frame.ArmyMajor and Assistant Adjutant GeneralBattle of Antietam, Md.Formed the columns under heavy fire and put them into position.ArmyE-01Privatenear the Richmond & Petersburg Ry., VirginiaVoluntarily 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.ArmyO-01Second LieutenantBattle of Antietam, Md.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.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Antietam, Md.While exposed to enemy fire, carried from the field his wounded comrade William Henry Sowden.ArmyFirst LieutenantBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag of 12th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).NavyCaptain of the Forecastle Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher 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.ArmyE-01PrivateAtlanta. Ga.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.75px|alt=Head of a white man with wavy hair and a beard but no mustache, wearing a stiff-collard jacket.ArmyColonelBattle of Five Forks, VirginiaThe first to enter the enemy's works, where he captured 2 flags.NavyOrdinary SeamanAboard the , loss of 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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaGallantry in advancing to the ditch of the enemy's worksArmyE-01PrivateGrand Gulf, Miss. – 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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of the Crater, Petersburg, VirginiaWhen 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 protested and participated in the charge, his left arm being crushed by a shell and amputated soon afterward.ArmyE-01PrivateVicksburg, Miss.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.ArmySergeantThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaCapture of flag of 23d Tennessee Infantry (C.S.A.) with several of the enemy.ArmySergeantSiege of Knoxville, Tenn.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.ArmyE-04Corporalnear Pegram House, VirginiaAs color bearer of his regiment he defended his colors with great personal gallantry and brought them safely out of the action. NavyQuarter GunnerAboard the , First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher – 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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmySergeantBattle of Williamsburg, Virginia, Bristol Station, Virginia, and Manassas, Virginia and 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.ArmyE-04CorporalPetersburg, VirginiaInstead 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.NavyCaptain of the ForecastleAboard the  off Cherbourg, FranceServed as captain of the forecastle on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864.ArmyChaplainSalem Heights, VirginiaVoluntarily exposed himself to a heavy fire during the thickest of the fight and carried wounded men to the rear for treatment and attendance.ArmyO-01Second LieutenantGaines Mill, VirginiaAlthough 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.ArmyE-04CorporalSecond Battle of Franklin, Tenn.Capture of flag, believed to have belonged to Steward's Corps (C.S.A.).ArmyE-01PrivateBristoe Station, VirginiaAt 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.NavyCoxswainAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayOn board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.NavyCarpenter's MateAboard the  off Cherbourg, FranceServed 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.NavyCoxswainAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayOn board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.NavyCoal HeaverAboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1Served 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.NavyQuartermasterAboard the , Operations against VicksburgServing 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.ArmySergeantGrand Gulf, Miss. – 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.NavyQuartermasterAboard the Served on board the U.S.S. Ceres in the fight near Hamilton, Roanoke River, 9 July 1862.ArmyChaplainBattle of Atlanta, Ga.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.ArmyE-01PrivateWoodstock, VirginiaCapture of flag of 32d Battalion Virginia Cavalry (C.S.A.).ArmyE-01PrivateVicksburg Miss.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.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with a mustache and long, bushy sideburns, wearing a suit coat with an oval emblem on each lapel.ArmySergeantSiege of Port Hudson, LouisianaExposed himself to a heavy fire to get water for comrades in rifle pits.ArmyE-04CorporalNolensville, Tenn.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.ArmyE-04CorporalBristoe Station, VirginiaCapture of the flag of 26th North Carolina (C.S.A.).ArmyLieutenant ColonelBattle of Peachtree Creek, Ga.With conspicuous coolness and bravery rallied his men under a severe attack, re-formed the broken ranks, and repulsed the attack.ArmyE-01PrivateSecond Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaCapture of flag along with 3 enemy men.NavyOrdinary SeamanAboard the , Second Battle of Fort Fisher On board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.ArmyE-01PrivateDeep Run, VirginiaCapture of flag. He was wounded in the shoulder during this action. He was killed in action at Petersburg on 28 August 1864.NavyCaptain of the ForecastleAboard the 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.ArmyO-02First LieutenantBachelors Creek, North CarolinaWith a command of 11 men, on picket, resisted the attack of an overwhelming force of the enemy.NavyOrdinary SeamanAboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1Harley 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.ArmyE-04CorporalThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaCapture of flag.NavyLandsman landing partyHarrington 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.ArmySergeantSecond Battle of Fredericksburg, VirginiaCarried the colors to the top of the heights and almost to the muzzle of the enemy's guns.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Spotsylvania Court House, VirginiaCapture of flag, wresting it from the color bearer and shooting an officer who attempted to regain it.ArmySergeantBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaGallantry in the assault.NavyCaptain of the ForecastleAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayAs 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.ArmyO-02First LieutenantSmithfield, VirginiaIn 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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."NavySeamanAboard the  off Cherbourg, FranceServed 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.ArmySergeantBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.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.ArmyE-01PrivateShenandoah Valley, Virginia and Gallant conduct and services as scout in connection with capture of the guerrilla Harry Gilmor, and other daring acts.75px|alt=Head and torso of a white man with a mustache and wavy hair wearing an ornate military jacket. The jacket has fringed shoulder boards, a wide sash across the chest, and four medals pinned to the center and left half of the chest.ArmyColonelFirst Battle of Bull Run, VirginiaRemained in battle despite his term of service having ended.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Waynesboro, VirginiaCapture of flag and bearer, with two other prisoners.ArmySergeant MajorBattle of Seven Pines, VirginiaAssumed 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.ArmySergeantBattle of Antietam, Md.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.ArmyCaptainNewbys Crossroads, VirginiaWhile 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.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with a Van Dyke mustache and beard, wearing a double-breasted military jacket with a rectangular patch over the shoulder.ArmyBrigadier GeneralBattle of South Mountain, Md.Was severely wounded while leading one of his brigades in the attack under a heavy fire from the enemy.NavySeamanAboard the , Vicksburg, MississippiStruck 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.ArmySergeantThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaWas 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.NavySeamanAboard the , First Battle of Fort Fisher 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.ArmyO-02First LieutenantThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaWhen 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.75px|Martin J. Hawkins|alt=Sketch of a white man with a wide mustache and dark wavy hair, wearing a suit and bowtie.ArmyE-04CorporalGreat Locomotive Chase, Ga.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.75px|alt=Head of a young black man with close-cropped hair wearing a dark suit coat over a shirt and tie.ArmySergeant MajorBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaRescue of regimental colors.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCaptured the Confederate Gen. G. W. Custis Lee.NavyQuartermasterAboard the , Second Battle of Fort Fisher  – 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.NavyCoxswainAboard the  off Cherbourg, FranceServed 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.NavyCoxswainAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayAs 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.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flagArmyE-01PrivateColumbus, Ga.Capture of flag and bearer Austin's Battery (C.S.A.). ArmyE-01PrivateNewnan, Ga.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.ArmyO-02First Lieutenantnear Harpeth River, Tenn.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.ArmyCaptainBattle of Chancellorsville, VirginiaTook 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.ArmySergeantBattle of Chancellorsville, VirginiaOne 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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."ArmyColonelBattle of Cold Harbor, VirginiaLed the assaults of his brigade upon the enemy's works.ArmySergeantBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."ArmyColonelBattle of Cedar Creek, VirginiaThough suffering from severe wounds, rejoined his regiment and let it in a brilliant charge, recapturing the guns of an abandoned battery.ArmyE-01Privatenear Kenesaw Mountain, Ga.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.ArmyLieutenant ColonelPea Ridge, Ark.Was foremost in leading his men, rallying them to repeated acts of daring, until himself disabled and taken prisoner.ArmyColonelMatagorda Bay, Tex. – 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.ArmyE-01Privatenear Fort Wagner, S.C.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.ArmySergeantStony Creek Bridge, VirginiaWith 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.NavySecond Class FiremanAboard the , Siege of Port HudsonServed on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the attack on Port Hudson, 14 March 1863.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaCapture of flagArmyE-01PrivateAppomattox Campaign, Virginia – Capture of flag75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with hair combed to one side and a full beard, wearing a suit with a bow tie and a star-shaped medal on the left breast.ArmySergeantBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Received the Medal of Honor at the request of the Confederates who captured him.ArmyE-04CorporalThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaConspicuous gallantry as color bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg.ArmyCaptainBattle of Cold Harbor, VirginiaLed 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.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of the Wilderness, VirginiaThis 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.ArmyO-02First LieutenantBattle of Champion Hill, Miss.By skillful and brave management captured 3 of the enemy's pickets.ArmySergeantBattle of the Crater, Petersburg, VirginiaCapture of flag, shooting a Confederate officer who was rallying his men with the colors in his hand.ArmyMusicianMechanicsburg, MississippiWhen 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.ArmyE-01PrivateNorth Fork, VirginiaVoluntarily carried a severely wounded comrade out of a heavy fire of the enemy.ArmySergeantChapins Farm, VirginiaWhen 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.ArmySergeant MajorBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.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.NavySecond Class FiremanAboard the , First Battle of Fort Fisher 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.ArmyE-01PrivateVicksburg, Miss.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.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmyCaptainThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaPrevented a retreat of his regiment during the battle.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of the Crater, Petersburg, VirginiaCapture of flag of 6th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Antietam, Md. and Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia and Distinguished gallantry in actions while attached to Battery B, 4th U.S. Artillery; lost his left arm at Fredericksburg.ArmyE-01PrivateBrentwood Hills, Tenn.Capture of Confederate guidon.ArmyE-01PrivateMarye's Heights, VirginiaFirst 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.ArmyE-04CorporalElk River, Tenn.Voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.ArmySergeant MajorBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaTook command of Company C, after all the officers had been killed or wounded, and gallantly led it.NavyThird Class BoyAboard the , Battle of Forts Jackson and St. PhilipHollat served as third class boy on board the U.S.S. Varuna during an attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, 24 April 1862.ArmyFirst SergeantNolensville, Tenn.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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag of 27th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).ArmyFirst SergeantFalling Waters, VirginiaCapture of flag of 55th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.). In the midst of the battle with foot soldiers he dismounted to capture the flag.ArmyFirst SergeantLees Mills, VirginiaRescued the colors of his regiment under heavy fire, the color bearer having been shot down while the troops were in retreat.ArmyColor SergeantBattle of the Crater, Petersburg, VirginiaFought his way through the enemy's lines with the regimental colors, the rest of the color guard being killed or captured.ArmyO-02First LieutenantBattle of South Mountain, Md.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.ArmyE-04CorporalChamberlains Creek, VirginiaWith 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.ArmyE-04CorporalGaines Mill, VirginiaVoluntarily 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. ArmySergeantBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.In a charge of his regiment this soldier captured the regimental flag of the 8th Florlda Infantry (C.S.A.).75px|alt=Head of a white man with a bushy mustache wearing a dark suit and bow tie. The portrait is surrounded by an oval-shaped frame decorated with stars and stripes.Served under the name "Martin Howard", medal issued in this nameNavyLandsmanAboard the "[D]istinguished 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."ArmyCaptainFort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaWhile acting as an aide and carrying an important message, was severely wounded and his horse killed but delivered the order and rejoined his general.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a young white man with unkempt hair sticking out from under a tilted forage cap. He is wearing an open jacket over a white shirt.ArmyDrummerSiege of Corinth, Miss.Fifteen years old at time of Medal of Honor action.NavyGunner's MateAboard the 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.NavySeamanAboard the , loss of 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. ArmyE-01PrivatePetersburg and Norfolk Railroad, VirginiaCaptured flag belonging to a North Carolina regiment, and through a ruse led them into the arms of Federal troops.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Cedar Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmyCaptainBattle of the Crater and Battle of Fort Stedman, Petersburg, Virginia and 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.NavyOrdinary SeamanAboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1Houghton 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.ArmyE-01PrivateElk River, Tenn.Voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge.ArmyCommissary SergeantBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmyE-04CorporalGlendale, VirginiaWhile pursuing one of the enemy's sharpshooters, encountered 2 others, whom he bayoneted in hand-to-hand encounters; was 3 times wounded in action.ArmyE-01PrivateMissionary Ridge, Tenn.Scaled the enemy's works and in a hand-to-hand fight helped capture the flag of the 18th Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.). ArmySergeantFort Gregg, Third Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaCarried 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.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with a full bushy beard and thick hair, wearing a double-breasted military jacket with a patch with two stars on the top of each shoulder.ArmyBrigadier GeneralBattle of Seven Pines, VirginiaLed the 61st New York Infantry in a charge in which he was twice severely wounded in the right arm, necessitating amputation.NavyBoatswain's MateAboard the , Siege of Port HudsonServed on board the U.S.S. Mississippi during the action against Port Hudson, 14 March 1863. ArmyFirst SergeantBayou Teche, LouisianaVoluntarily carried an important message through the heavy fire of the enemy to bring aid and save the gunboat Calhoun.75px|alt=A white adolescent boy standing with his right arm resting on the back of a chair. He is wearing a forage cap, a dark military jacket, and light-colored pants.ArmyMusicianBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.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.ArmySergeantBattle of Fort Stedman, VirginiaServed an abandoned gun under heavy fire.ArmyCaptainFort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaBravery in leading flanking movement, capturing large number of prisoners.ArmyE-01PrivateCulloden, Ga.Capture of flag of Worrill Grays (C.S.A.). Marine CorpsSergeantAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayOn board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Jerusalem Plank Road, VirginiaCapture of flag of 11th South Carolina (C.S.A.). ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag of 38th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).75px|alt=Drawing of a white man with hair parted in the center and a mustache, wearing a suit coat over a shirt and tie.ArmyLieutenant ColonelBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."ArmySergeantThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaIn the assault on Fort Gregg, bore the regimental flag bravely and was among the foremost to enter the work.ArmyE-01PrivateOn the Peninsula, VirginiaWhile 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.NavyFiremanAboard the 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.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party." ArmyMajorBattle of Antietam, Md.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.NavySeamanAboard the , Red River CampaignServed 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.ArmyCaptainBuzzard's Roost Gap, Ga.With only 41 men under his command [Company D, 115th Illinois Infantry], defended and held a blockhouse against the attack of Hood's Division for nearly 10 hours, thus checking the advance of the enemy and insuring the safety of the balance of the regiment, as well as that of the 8th Kentucky Infantry, then stationed at Ringgold, Ga.ArmySergeantFort Sedgwick, VirginiaThe 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.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Wilson's Creek, Mo.Bravery in actionArmyE-01PrivateBoutte Station, LouisianaA 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.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of South Mountain, Md.Alone and unaided and with his left hand disabled, captured a Confederate captain and 4 men.NavySeamanAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayStationed 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.ArmyCaptainBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.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.NavyCoxswainAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayOn board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.NavyCoxswainAboard the , Charleston HarborServed 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 chafing.NavySeamanAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayOn 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.ArmyFirst SergeantJonesboro, Ga.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.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of James Island, S.C.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.ArmySergeant MajorBattle of Chancellorsville, VirginiaBravery in conducting a scouting party in front of the enemy.ArmyE-01PrivateThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaCapture of flag.NavyCaptain of the TopAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayAs 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.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaHaving 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.75px|Walter Jamieson|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with parted hair and a large mustache, wearing a star-shaped medal from a ribbon around his neck.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia and Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia and 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.ArmySergeantBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."ArmySergeantBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.Capture of flag of 57th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.). He also assisted in taking prisoners.NavySeamanAboard the , Operations against VicksburgServed on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Globe Tavern, VirginiaCapture of flag of 55th North Carolina Infantry (C.S.A.).ArmyO-02First LieutenantNewport Barracks, North CarolinaBy 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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party." ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaCapture of 40 prisoners.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Last name sometimes spelled "Jones"ArmyE-01PrivateSiege of Port Hudson, LouisianaVolunteered 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. ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."ArmyE-04CorporalNew Hope Church, Ga.Voluntarily exposed himself to the fire of a Confederate sharpshooter, thus drawing fire upon himself and enabling his comrade to shoot the sharpshooter.NavySeamanAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayAs 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.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with a mustache and receding hairline, wearing a dark suit and tie with three medals hanging from ribbons on the left breast. The portrait is surrounded by a decorative oval frame.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Antietam, Md. and Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia and Conspicuous gallantry in battle in which he was severely wounded. While serving as cannoneer he manned the positions of fallen gunners.ArmyO-02First LieutenantFort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaThough 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.ArmyMajorChattanooga, Tenn.While in command of the regiment bravely exposed himself to the fire of the enemy, encouraging and cheering his men.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Antietam, Md.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.ArmySergeantBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."NavyLandsmanAboard the , near Harrisonburg, LouisianaContinued to work the ship's guns despite being badly wounded.ArmyMusicianUnknownUnknownDate and place of act not on record in War Department.NavyChief Boatswain's MateAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayServed 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.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party." 75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with a wide bushy mustache, wearing a bow tie and dark suit with a medal pinned to the left breast. The portrait is surrounded by a circular frame and images of flowers.NavyLandsmanAboard the , loss of 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.NavyQuartermasterAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayServed 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.NavyCoxswainAboard the , First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher – On board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13 to 15 January 1865.NavyCaptain of the TopAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayAs 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.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of Spotsylvania Court House, VirginiaCapture of flag of 65th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.). ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag.NavyCoxswainAboard the , Siege of SuffolkAttached 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.NavyQuartermasterAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayOn board the U.S.S. Galena during the attack on enemy forts at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.ArmyO-02First LieutenantBattle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.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.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of Fort Sanders, Knoxville, Tenn.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.ArmySergeantRichmond, VirginiaGallant and meritorious service during the 7 days' battles before Richmond, VirginiaArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Nashville, Tenn.Capture of flag, of 44th Mississippi Infantry (C.S.A.).ArmyE-04CorporalThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaGallantry as color bearer in the assault on Fort Gregg.NavyCaptain of the HoldAboard the , Second Battle of Fort FisherOn board the U.S.S. Nereus during the attack on Fort Fisher, on 15 January 1865.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with dark hair and a neatly trimmed Van Dyke mustache and beard, wearing a plain dark jacket.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Lookout Mountain, Tenn.Captured a Confederate flag. ArmySergeantBattle of the Wilderness, VirginiaWhile color bearer, rallied the retreating troops and induced them to check the enemy's advance.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Five Forks, VirginiaLast name sometimes spelled "Kautz"ArmySergeant MajorBattle of North Anna, VirginiaVoluntarily and at the risk of his life carried orders to the brigade commander, which resulted in saving the works his regiment was defending.ArmySergeantnear Chattahoochee River, Ga.While an escaped prisoner of war within the enemy's lines witnessed an important movement of the enemy, and at great personal risk made his way through the enemy's lines and brought news of the movement to Sherman's army.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Fredericksburg, VirginiaVoluntarily seized the colors after several color bearers had been shot down and led the regiment in the charge.ArmyE-01PrivateSiege of Knoxville, Tenn.Having voluntarily accompanied a small party to destroy buildings within the enemy's lines whence sharpshooters had been firing, disregarded an order to retire, remained and completed the firing of the buildings, thus insuring their total destruction; this at the imminent risk of his life from the fire of the advancing enemy.ArmyCaptainSecond Battle of Franklin, Tenn.Capture of flag supposed to be of Cheatham's Corps (C.S.A.).NavySecond Class FiremanAboard the Served as second-class fireman on board the U.S.S. Ceres in the fight near Hamilton, Roanoke River, 9 July 1862.ArmySergeantBattle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.Sprang over the works just captured from the enemy, and calling upon his comrades to follow, rushed forward in the face of a deadly fire and was among the first over the works on the summit, where he compelled the surrender of a Confederate officer and received his sword.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of an older black man with short hair and extremely long, bushy sideburns connecting to a mustache. He is wearing a suit coat, vest, and tie.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaGallantly seized the colors, which had fallen near the enemy's lines of abatis, raised them and rallied the men at a time of confusion and in a place of the greatest danger.ArmySergeantBattle of Waynesboro, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmyE-01PrivateFront Royal, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmyFirst SergeantBattle of the Wilderness, VirginiaCapture of flag of 31st North Carolina (C.S.A.) in a personal encounter.ArmyFirst SergeantBlack River Bridge, Miss.Voluntarily led the company in a charge and was the first to enter the enemy's works, taking a number of prisoners.NavyCoxswainAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayServed as coxswain on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.NavyQuartermasterAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayOn board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Trevilian Station, VirginiaRemained at his gun, resisting with its implements the advancing cavalry, and thus secured the retreat of his detachment.NavyFiremanAboard the , Drewry's BluffOn board the U.S.S. Galena in the attack upon Drewry's Bluff, 15 May 1862. Severely burned while extricating a priming wire which had become bent and fixed in the bow gun while his ship underwent terrific shelling from the enemy, Kenyon hastily dressed his hands with cotton waste and oil and courageously returned to his gun while enemy sharpshooters in rifle pits along the banks continued to direct their fire at the men at the guns. ArmySergeantTrenton, North CarolinaVoluntarily left a retiring column, returned in face of the enemy's fire, helped a wounded man upon a horse, and so enable him to escape capture or death.  Additional details: Biographical information: ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of battle flagArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of battle flag of 50th Georgia Infantry (C.S.A.). ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Voluntarily and at the risk of his life, under a severe fire of the enemy, aided and assisted to the rear an officer who had been severely wounded and left on the field.ArmyCaptainMoorfield, W. Va.After being most desperately wounded, he captured the colors of the 8th Virginia Cavalry (C.S.A.).ArmySergeantBattle of Lookout Mountain, Tenn.Waved the colors to save the lives of the men who were being fired upon by their own batteries, and thereby drew upon himself a concentrated fire from the enemy.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag of 6th North Carolina Infantry (C.S.A.).ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Spotsylvania Court House, VirginiaCapture of flag of 28th North Carolina Infantry. (C.S.A.).ArmyMajor and QuartermasterBattle of Dinwiddie Court House, VirginiaCarried orders to the reserve brigade and participated with it in the charge which repulsed the enemy.NavyLandsmanAboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1King served on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1, in action, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram, , which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with a drooping mustache, wearing a military jacket with shoulder boards, one medal at the neck, and a row of medals across the entire chest.ArmyO-02First LieutenantBattle of White Oak Swamp, VirginiaThis officer, when his captain was wounded, succeeded to the command of two batteries while engaged against a superior force of the enemy and fought his guns most gallantly until compelled to retire.NavyLandsmanAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayServed as a landsman on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Spotsylvania Court House, VirginiaSeized the colors, the color bearer having been shot, and with great gallantry succeeded in saving them from capture. ArmyMajorBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Seized the colors when the color bearer was killed and bore them himself in the assault.ArmyCaptainBattle of North Anna, VirginiaVolunteered for dangerous service and single-handedly captured 13 armed Confederate soldiers and marched them to the rear.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of battle flag.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Carried with others by hand a cannon up to and fired it through an embrasure of the enemy's works.ArmyE-04CorporalPetersburg, VirginiaIn company with a sergeant, was the first to enter the exploded mine; was wounded but took several prisoners to the Federal lines.75px|William J. Knight|alt=Head of a square-jawed young white man wearing a military jacket and overcoat.ArmyE-01PrivateGeorgiaOne 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.75px|Abiather J. Knowles|alt=Head of a white man with a receding hairline and a long goatee, wearing a dark suit coat.ArmyE-01PrivateBull Run, VirginiaRemoved dead and wounded under heavy fire.ArmyO-01Second LieutenantBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.Held his ground with the battery after the other batteries had fallen back until compelled to draw his piece off by hand; he was severely wounded.ArmyO-02First LieutenantBattle of Five Forks, VirginiaCapture of battle flag.75px|John S. Kountz|alt=Portrait of a man with a drooping mustache and a dark suit coat, in a circular frame.ArmyMusicianBattle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.Seized a musket and joined in the charge in which he was severely wounded.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaTook one of the first prisoners, a captainArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Carried with others by hand a cannon up to and fired it through an embrasure of the enemy's works.ArmyO-01Second LieutenantBattle of Waynesboro, VirginiaCapture of flag.ArmyLieutenantJonesboro, Ga.Capture of flag of 8th and 19th Arkansas (C.S.A.). ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party." ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Waynesboro, VirginiaCaptured a standard bearer, his flag, horse and equipment.NavyFiremanAboard the Served on board the U.S.S. Wyalusing and participated in a plan to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in Roanoke River, 25 May 1864.NavySeamanYazoo City, MississippiServed on board the U.S.S. Marmora off Yazoo City, Miss., 5 March 1864.  Landed ashore with his howitzer gun and crew in the midst of battle and contributed to the turning back of the enemy.ArmySergeantBattle of Chaffin's Farm, VirginiaWas among the first to scale the parapet.NavySeamanAboard the On board the U.S.S. Commodore Perry in the attack upon Franklin, Virginia, 3 October 1862. With enemy fire raking the deck of his ship and blockades thwarting her progress, Lakin remained at his post and performed his duties with skill and courage as the Commodore Perry fought a gallant battle to silence many rebel batteries as she steamed down the Blackwater River.ArmyChief BuglerPaines Crossroads, VirginiaCapture of flagArmyE-01Privatenear Jetersville, VirginiaCapture of flag of gunboat Nansemond.ArmyO-02First LieutenantBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag of 11th Florida Infantry (C.S.A.).ArmyMusicianCamden, North CarolinaA drummer boy, 15 years of age, he voluntarily and under a heavy fire went to the aid of a wounded officer, procured medical assistance for him, and aided in carrying him to a place of safety.NavyLandsman Landing Party, Battle of Natural Bridge – As landsman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia, St. Marks, Fla., 5 and 6 March, Lann served with the Army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and throughout this fierce engagement made remarkable efforts in ass1sting transport of the gun. His coolness and determination in standing by his gun while under the fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Sayler's Creek, VirginiaCapture of flag of General Kershaw's headquarters.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."ArmyFirst SergeantMinville, Tenn.Went to the aid of a wounded comrade between the lines and carried him to a place of safety.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of an older black man with short hair and a mustache, wearing a suit coat with three medals hanging from ribbons on the left breast.NavyLandsmanAboard the , Battle of Mobile BayFor staying at his post despite being wounded75px|alt=Head of a white man with a wide pointed mustache, wearing a dark double-breasted military jacket with the letters "U.S.V" on the collar.ArmyCaptainAtlanta, Ga.Led a charge of skirmishers against the enemy's rifle pits and stubbornly and successfully resisted 2 determined attacks of the enemy to retake the works. NavyQuartermasterAboard the , First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher – Lear 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.NavySeamanAboard the  off Cherbourg, FranceServed as seaman on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger of the No. 1 gun during this bitter engagement, Lee exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer.NavyGunner's MateAboard the Serving 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.NavyCaptain of the ForecastleAboard the , Yazoo Pass Expedition – Serving on board the U.S.S. Baron De Kalb, Yazoo River Expedition, 23 to 27 December 1862. Proceeding under orders up the Yazoo River, the U.S.S. Baron De Kalb, with the object of capturing or destroying the enemy's transports, came upon the steamers John Walsh, R. J. Locklan, Golden Age and the Scotland sunk on a bar where they were ordered fired. Continuing up the river, she was fired on, but upon returning the fire, caused the enemy's retreat. Returning down the Yazoo, she destroyed and captured larger quantities of enemy equipment and several prisoners. Serving bravely throughout this action, Leon, as captain of the forecastle, "distinguished himself in the various actions."ArmySergeantnear Petersburg, VirginiaVoluntarily exposed himself to the fire of a Union brigade to stop their firing on the Union skirmish line.ArmyE-01PrivateDeep Bottom, VirginiaCapture of battle flag.ArmyE-01PrivateFront Royal, VirginiaCapture of colors of 3d Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.). ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Glendale, VirginiaThis soldier, a drummer boy, took the gun of a sick comrade, went into the fight, and when the color bearers were shot down, carried the colors and saved them from capture.ArmyCaptainBattle of James Island, Secessionville, S.C.While retiring with his men before a heavy fire of can1ster shot at short range, returned in the face of the enemy's fire and rescued an exhausted private of his company who but for this timely action would have lost his life by drowning in the morass through which the troops were retiring.ArmyE-04CorporalVicksburg, Miss.Was one of a party that volunteered and attempted to run the enemy's batteries with a steam tug and two barges loaded with subs1stence stores.ArmyE-04CorporalThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaWas 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.ArmyCaptainBattle of Antietam, Md.In the advance on the enemy and after his color bearer and the entire color guard of 8 men had been shot down, this officer seized the regimental flag and with conspicuous gallantry carried it to the extreme front, urging the line forward.ArmyE-01PrivateThird Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaAfter his regiment began to waiver he rushed on alone to capture the enemy flag. He reached the works and the Confederate color bearer who, at bayonet point, he caused to surrender with several enemy soldiers. He kept his prisoners in tow when they realized he was alone as his regiment in the meantime withdrew further to the rear.ArmySergeantnear Richmond, VirginiaGallantry on the skirmish line. ArmyE-04CorporalFort Fisher, VirginiaThe color sergeant having been wounded, this soldier picked up the flag and bore it to the front, to the great encouragement of the charging column. ArmyO-02First LieutenantNewport Barracks, North CarolinaWhen, after desperate res1stance, the small garrison had been driven back to the river by a vastly superior force, this officer, while a small force held back the enemy, personally fired the railroad bridge, and, although wounded himself, ass1sted a wounded officer over the burning structure.NavyCoal HeaverAboard the Serving on board the U.S.S. Wyalusing and participating in a plan to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in Roanoke River, 25 May 1864.NavyCoxswainAboard the Serving on board the U.S.S. Wyalusing during an attempt to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in Roanoke River, 25 May 1864, Lloyd participated in this daring plan by swimming the Roanoke River heavily weighted with a line which was used for hauling torpedoes across. Thwarted by discovery just before the completion of the plan, Lloyd cut the torpedo guiding line to prevent detection of the plan by the enemy and again swam the river, narrowly escaping enemy musket fire and regaining the ship in safety.ArmyE-01PrivatePaines Crossroads, VirginiaCapture of a Confederate flagNavyCaptain of the AfterguardAboard the , loss of On board the U.S.S. Rhode Island which was engaged in rescuing men from the stricken Monitor in Mobile Bay, on 30 December 1862.ArmyCaptainBattle of Gettysburg, Pa.Gallantry in the recapture of 4 guns and the capture of 2 additional guns from the enemy; also the capture of a number of prisonersArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party.ArmyE-01PrivateMurfrees Station, VirginiaVolunteered to swim Blackwater River to get a large flat used as a ferry on other side; succeeded in getting the boat safely across, making it possible for a detachment to cross the river and take possession of the enemy's breastworks.ArmyMusicianDrurys Bluff, VirginiaWent to the assistance of a wounded officer Iying helpless between the lines, and under fire from both sides removed him to a place of safety.ArmyCommissary SergeantBattle of Opequon, VirginiaAmid the enemy he grabbed the flag from a color bearer who then called for help. When the bearer's comrades were readying their rifles he dashed directly at them securing their disarming. As he rode away, the Confederates picked up their guns firing at the captor of their flag.ArmyColonelBattle of Cedar Creek, VirginiaCapture of battle flag of 2d South Carolina (C.S.A.).ArmyFirst SergeantSiege of Port Hudson, LouisianaDuring a momentary confusion in the ranks caused by other troops rushing upon the regiment, this soldier, with coolness and determination, rendered efficient aid in preventing a panic among the troops.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of the Wilderness, VirginiaGallant services and soldierly qualities in voluntarily rejoining his command after having been wounded.ArmyE-01PrivateBattle of Vicksburg, Miss.Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming partyArmyE-01PrivateAt Petersburg, VirginiaCapture of division flag of General HethArmyE-01PrivateBenton, Ark.Pursued and killed Confederate Brig. Gen. George M. Holt, Arkansas Militia, capturing his arms and horse.75px|alt=Head and shoulders of a white man with a full beard and wire-framed glasses, wearing a suit coat, vest, and tie.ArmySergeantLaurel Hill, VirginiaVoluntarily returned in the face of the advancing enemy to the assistance of a wounded and helpless comrade, and carried him, at imminent peril, to a place of safety. ArmyCaptainFarmville, VirginiaGallantry and promptness in rallying his men and advancing with a small detachment to save a bridge about to be fired by the enemy.ArmyE-01PrivateSecond Battle of Petersburg, VirginiaAs gunner of his piece, inflicted singly a great loss upon the enemy and distinguished himself in the removal of the piece while under a heavy fire.ArmySergeantBattle of Opequon, VirginiaCarried his flag to the most advanced position where, left almost alone close to the enemy's lines he refused their demand to surrender, withdrew at great personal peril, and saved his flag.ArmyE-04CorporalPetersburg, VirginiaCapture of flag of 41st Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.), together with the color bearer and one of the color guard.ArmyE-01PrivateSecond Battle of Fredericksburg, VirginiaAmong the first to jump into the enemy's rifle pits, he himself captured and brought out three prisoners.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Chancellorsville, VirginiaBravely advanced to the enemy's line under heavy fire and brought back valuable information.ArmyQuartermaster SergeantBattle of Opequon, VirginiaIn an attempt to capture a Confederate flag he captured one of the enemy's officers and brought him within the lines.ArmyE-04CorporalBattle of Cedar Creek, VirginiaWith 1 companion, captured the flag of a Confederate regiment, 3 officers, and an ambulance with its mules and driver.NavySeamanAboard the , Battle of Forts Jackson and St. PhilipFor not leaving his post while under fire during the attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip.

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