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Coron D. Evans
Born 1844
Jefferson County, Indiana
Allegiance  United States of America
Service/branch  United States Army
Rank Private
Unit Indiana Company A, 3rd Indiana Volunteer Cavalry Regiment
Battles/wars Battle of Sayler's Creek
Awards Medal of Honor

Private Coron D. Evans (born 1844) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Evans received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Sayler's Creek in Virginia on 6 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 3 May 1865.

Biography

Evans was born in Jefferson County, Indiana in 1844. He enlisted into the 3rd Indiana Cavalry.

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