John Hack facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
John Hack
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The batteries of Vicksburg at night, April 16, 1863
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| Born | November 26, 1842 Hessen, Germany |
| Died | March 29, 1933 (aged 90) Trenton, Missouri |
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Maple Grove Cemetery, Trenton, Missouri
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
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United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Company B, 47th Ohio Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
John Hack (November 26, 1842 – March 29, 1933) was a brave soldier during the American Civil War. He fought for the Union Army. John was born in Hessen, Germany. Later, he lived in a town called Adrian, Michigan in the United States.
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A Hero's Medal: John Hack's Bravery
John Hack earned a very special award called the Medal of Honor. This medal is given for extreme bravery. He received it for something amazing he did on May 3, 1863.
Running the Batteries at Vicksburg
John Hack was a Private in Company B of the 47th Ohio Infantry. His unit was fighting near Vicksburg, Mississippi. Vicksburg was a very important city during the Civil War. It was protected by many enemy cannons, called "batteries."
On that night, John Hack was part of a small group of volunteers. Their mission was very dangerous. They tried to sneak past the enemy's cannons. They used a small boat called a tugboat and two barges. These boats were filled with food supplies for the Union soldiers.
Facing Enemy Fire
The volunteers moved in the dark of night. But the Confederate States Army cannons started shooting at them. It was a very risky mission. John Hack and nine other soldiers from his company showed incredible courage. They kept going even while under heavy fire.
Receiving the Medal of Honor
Because of his amazing bravery during this mission, John Hack was given the Medal of Honor. He received this high honor on January 3, 1907. It was a recognition of his fearless actions "under fire."
