List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: A–F facts for kids

The Medal of Honor is the highest award a soldier can get from the United States government. It's given to members of the U.S. armed forces who show amazing bravery and courage, risking their lives far beyond what's expected. Many of these awards during the Civil War were for capturing or saving important regimental flags. During the war, these flags were super important! They helped soldiers know where to gather and how to move. Losing a flag could really mess up a unit, sometimes even more than losing their commanding officer. Because of the incredible risks involved, the medal is often given after a person has died.

What is the Medal of Honor?

The Medal of Honor is the most important military award in the United States. It's given to a soldier, sailor, or airman who shows incredible bravery and courage, risking their life in a battle against an enemy. It's a very special award, and sometimes it's given to heroes after they have passed away.

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Here are some of the brave people who received the Medal of Honor during the Civil War. They are listed in alphabetical order by their last name. If you see a star (*) next to a name, it means they received the medal after they died. The rank listed is what they were when they earned the medal.

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Picture	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/Command	Where it happened	When it happened	What they did
—	Adams, James FrankJames Frank Adams	Army	Private	1st West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Nineveh, Virginia	Nov 12, 1864	He bravely captured the flag of the 14th Virginia Cavalry (Confederate) during a fight.
John G. B. Adams	Adams, John G. B.John G. B. Adams	Army	Second Lieutenant	19th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia	Dec 13, 1862	He grabbed two flags from fallen soldiers and carried them forward to help his regiment regroup.
—	Aheam, MichaelMichael Aheam	Navy	Paymaster's Steward	USS Kearsarge (1861)	Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France	Jun 19, 1864	He served on the USS Kearsarge when it destroyed the Confederate ship CSS Alabama.
—	Alber, FrederickFrederick Alber	Army	Private	17th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He bravely rescued a captured lieutenant by fighting off two Confederate soldiers.
—	Albert, ChristianChristian Albert	Army	Private	47th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Allen, Abner P.Abner P. Allen	Army	Corporal	39th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He was very brave as a flag bearer during the attack on Fort Gregg.
—	Allen, JamesJames Allen	Army	Private	16th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of South Mountain, Md.	Sep 14, 1862	He single-handedly faced a group of 14 Confederate soldiers carrying their flag.
Nathaniel M. Allen	Allen, Nathaniel M.Nathaniel M. Allen	Army	Corporal	1st Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 2, 1863	When his regiment was falling back, he went back under enemy fire to save both the national and regimental flags.
Adelbert Ames	Ames, AdelbertAdelbert Ames	Army	First Lieutenant	5th United States Artillery	First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia	Jul 21, 1861	He was an artillery commander who stayed with his cannons even after being badly wounded.
—	Ammerman, Robert W.Robert W. Ammerman	Army	Private	148th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He was among the first in the attack and captured the battle flag of the 8th North Carolina (Confederate).
—	Anderson, BruceBruce Anderson	Army	Private	142nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He bravely went ahead of his column and cut down enemy defenses called palisading.
Charles W. Anderson	Anderson, Charles W.Charles W. Anderson	Army	Private	1st Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia	Mar 2, 1865	He captured an unknown Confederate flag.
Everett W. Anderson	Anderson, Everett W.Everett W. Anderson	Army	Sergeant	15th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry	Crosbys Creek, Tenn.	Jan 14, 1864	He single-handedly captured Confederate Brigadier General Robert B. Vance during a charge.
—	Anderson, Frederick C.Frederick C. Anderson	Army	Private	18th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia	Aug 21, 1864	He captured the battle flag of the 27th South Carolina (Confederate) and its flag bearer.
Marion T. Anderson	Anderson, Marion T.Marion T. Anderson	Army	Captain	51st Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Nashville, Tenn.	Dec 16, 1864	He led his regiment over five lines of enemy defenses, where he was badly wounded.
Peter Anderson	Anderson, PeterPeter Anderson	Army	Private	31st Regiment Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Bentonville, North Carolina	Mar 19, 1865	He single-handedly brought an abandoned cannon from the field, saving it from the enemy.
—	Anderson, RobertRobert Anderson	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Crusader USS Keokuk	Aboard USS Crusader and USS Keokuk	Various	He served bravely on board the USS Crusader and USS Keokuk during different battles.
—	Anderson, ThomasThomas Anderson	Army	Corporal	1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Appomattox Station, Virginia	Apr 8, 1865	He captured a Confederate flag.
—	Angling, JohnJohn Angling	Navy	Cabin Boy	USS Pontoosuc (1864)	Aboard USS Pontoosuc, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	Dec 24, 1864 – Jan 22, 1865	He served on the USS Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington.
—	Apple, Andrew O.Andrew O. Apple	Army	Corporal	12th Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He showed remarkable bravery as a flag bearer during the attack on Fort Gregg.
—	Appleton, William H.William H. Appleton	Army	First Lieutenant	4th U.S. Colored Infantry	Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia and Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Jun 15, 1864 and Sep 29, 1864	He was the first soldier of the Eighteenth Corps to enter enemy defenses at Petersburg. He also showed great courage in an attack at New Market Heights.
James W. Archer	Archer, James W.James W. Archer	Army	First Lieutenant and Adjutant	59th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Corinth, Miss.	Oct 4, 1862	He bravely took command of another regiment and led it in an attack.
—	Archer, LesterLester Archer	Army	Sergeant	96th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He bravely placed his regiment's flag on the fort.
William J. Archinal	Archinal, William J.William J. Archinal	Army	Corporal	30th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Armstrong, Clinton L.Clinton L. Armstrong	Army	Private	83rd Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
Abraham K. Arnold	Arnold, Abraham K.Abraham K. Arnold	Army	Captain	5th U.S. Cavalry	Davenport Bridge, Virginia	May 10, 1864	He led a brave charge against a larger enemy force, saving his command from a dangerous situation.
—	Arther, MatthewMatthew Arther	Navy	Signal Quartermaster	USS Carondelet	Aboard USS Carondelet, Battle of Fort Henry and Battle of Fort Donelson	Feb 6, 1862 and Feb 14, 1862	He served very bravely and effectively.
—	Asten, CharlesCharles Asten	Navy	Quarter Gunner	USS Signal	Aboard USS Signal, Red River Campaign	May 5, 1864	Even though he was sick, he bravely did his job during the entire battle.
—	Atkinson, Thomas E.Thomas E. Atkinson	Navy	Yeoman	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was praised for staying calm and quickly supplying rifle ammunition during the battle.
—	Avery, JamesJames Avery	Navy	Seaman	USS Metacomet	Aboard USS Metacomet, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He braved heavy enemy fire to help rescue crewmen from another ship.
—	Avery, William B.William B. Avery	Army	Lieutenant	1st New York Marine Artillery Regiment	Battle of Tranter's Creek, North Carolina	Jun 5, 1862	He handled his artillery battery with great calmness under intense fire.
David Ayers	Ayers, DavidDavid Ayers	Army	Sergeant	57th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
John G. K. Ayers	Ayers, John G. K.John G. K. Ayers	Army	Private	8th Regiment Missouri Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.

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      This along with the * , indicates that the Medal of Honor was awarded posthumously

Picture	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/Command	Where it happened	When it happened	What they did
William J. Babcock	Babcock, William J.William J. Babcock	Army	Sergeant	2nd Rhode Island Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He planted the flag on the enemy's wall while they were still there and was the first of his regiment to enter.
—	Bacon, Elijah W.Elijah W. Bacon*	Army	Private	14th Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	He captured the flag of the 16th North Carolina regiment (Confederate).
Absalom Baird	Baird, AbsalomAbsalom Baird	Army	Brigadier General	Commander, 3rd Division, XIV Corps, Army of the Cumberland	Battle of Jonesborough, Ga.	Sep 1, 1864	He led a brave charge with a detached group of soldiers.
—	Baker, CharlesCharles Baker	Navy	Quarter Gunner	USS Metacomet	Aboard USS Metacomet, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He braved heavy enemy fire to help rescue crewmen from another ship.
—	Baldwin, Charles H.Charles H. Baldwin	Navy	Coal Heaver	USS Wyalusing	Aboard USS Wyalusing in the Roanoke River	May 25, 1864	He helped in a plan to destroy a rebel ship called the CSS Albemarle.
Frank D. Baldwin	Baldwin, Frank D.Frank D. Baldwin	Army	Captain	19th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Infantry	Peach Tree Creek, Ga.	Jul 12, 1864	He captured two enemy officers. He later received a second Medal of Honor in the Indian Wars.
—	Ballen, FrederickFrederick Ballen	Army	Private	47th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Vicksburg, Miss.	May 3, 1863	He volunteered to help run a steam tug and barges past enemy cannons.
George L. Banks	Banks, George L.George L. Banks	Army	Sergeant	15th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.	Nov 25, 1863	As a flag bearer, he led his regiment in the attack and, even though wounded twice, planted the flag on the enemy's defenses first.
—	Barber, James A.James A. Barber	Army	Corporal	Battery G, 1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He was one of 20 artillerymen who volunteered to join an infantry attack and turn captured cannons on the enemy.
—	Barker, Nathaniel C.Nathaniel C. Barker	Army	Sergeant	11th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	After six flag bearers were killed, he bravely took both flags of the regiment and carried them through the rest of the battle.
—	Barnes, William H.William H. Barnes	Army	Private	38th Regiment United States Colored Infantry	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He was among the first to enter the enemy's defenses, even though he was wounded.
Henry A. Barnum	Barnum, Henry A.Henry A. Barnum	Army	Colonel	149th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Chattanooga, Tenn.	Nov 23, 1863	Even though he was severely wounded, he led his regiment, inspiring his men until he was wounded again.
—	Barnum, JamesJames Barnum	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS New Ironsides	Aboard USS New Ironsides, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	Dec 1864 – Jan 1865	He showed great conduct during several attacks on Fort Fisher.
—	Barrell, Charles L.Charles L. Barrell	Army	First Lieutenant	102nd Regiment United States Colored Troops	near Camden, S.C.	Apr 1865	He performed a dangerous service by marching through enemy territory to bring help to his command.
—	Barrick, Jesse T.Jesse T. Barrick	Army	Corporal	3rd Regiment Minnesota Volunteer Infantry	near Duck River, Tenn.	May 26, 1863 – Jun 2, 1863	While on a scouting mission, he single-handedly captured two dangerous Confederate guerrilla officers.
—	Barringer, William H.William H. Barringer	Army	Private	4th Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Barry, AugustusAugustus Barry	Army	Sergeant Major	11th Regiment, U.S. Infantry	Unknown	1863 – 1865	He showed great bravery in various battles during the war.
—	Barter, Gurdon H.Gurdon H. Barter	Navy	Landsman	USS Minnesota	USS Minnesota Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher	Jan 15, 1865	He was on board the USS Minnesota during the attack on Fort Fisher.
—	Barton, ThomasThomas Barton	Navy	Seaman	USS Hunchback	Aboard USS Hunchback	October 3, 1862	When a burning shell fell on the deck, he quickly grabbed a pail of water and put out the fire, stopping it from exploding.
—	Bass, David L.David L. Bass	Navy	Seaman	USS Minnesota	USS Minnesota Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher	Jan 15, 1865	He was on board the USS Minnesota during the attack on Fort Fisher.
Richard N. Batchelder	Batchelder, Richard N.Richard N. Batchelder	Army	Lieutenant Colonel and Chief Quartermaster	II Corps, Army of the Potomac	Between Catlett and Fairfax Stations, Virginia	Oct 13, 1863 – Oct 15, 1863	He armed his teamsters and personally led them, fighting against many enemies to bring his supply trains through without losing any wagons.
Delevan Bates	Bates, DelevanDelevan Bates	Army	Colonel	121st Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Cemetery Hill, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	He showed great bravery in battle, where he was shot through the face while leading his regiment.
Norman F. Bates	Bates, Norman F.Norman F. Bates	Army	Sergeant	4th Regiment Iowa Volunteer Cavalry	Columbus, Ga.	Apr 16, 1865	He captured an enemy flag and its bearer.
—	Baybutt, PhilipPhilip Baybutt	Army	Private	2nd Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry	Valley Campaigns of 1864, Luray, Virginia	Sep 24, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Bazaar, PhilipPhilip Bazaar	Navy	Ordinary Seaman	USS Santiago de Cuba	USS Santiago de Cuba Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher	Jan 15, 1865	He was on board the USS Santiago de Cuba during the attack on Fort Fisher.
—	Beatty, Alexander M.Alexander M. Beatty	Army	Captain	3rd Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia	Jun 5, 1864	He moved a wounded soldier to safety under heavy fire.
Powhatan Beaty	Beaty, PowhatanPowhatan Beaty	Army	First Sergeant	5th Regiment United States Colored Troops	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He took command of his company and bravely led it after all officers were killed or wounded.
—	Beaufort, Jean J.Jean J. Beaufort	Army	Corporal	2nd Regiment Louisiana Volunteer Infantry (Union)	At Port Hudson, La	about May 20, 1863	He volunteered to go behind enemy lines and destroy a signal station, which helped in the operations against Port Hudson.
—	Beaumont, Eugene B.Eugene B. Beaumont	Army	Major and Assistant Adjutant General	4th U.S. Cavalry Regiment	Harpeth River, Tenn. and Battle of Selma, Ala.	Dec 17, 1864 and Apr 2, 1865	He led an attack on an enemy battery, capturing their cannons. At Selma, he led his regiment into the enemy's defenses.
Edward J. Bebb	Bebb, Edward J.Edward J. Bebb	Army	Private	4th Regiment Iowa Volunteer Cavalry	Columbus, Ga.	Apr 16, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Beckwith, Wallace A.Wallace A. Beckwith	Army	Private	21st Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia	Dec 13, 1862	He bravely volunteered to man a cannon battery and served heroically during the battle.
—	Beddows, RichardRichard Beddows	Army	Private	34th New York Battery	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 18, 1864	He safely brought back his guidon (a small flag) after his horse became wild from a shell explosion.
William S. Beebe	Beebe, William S.William S. Beebe	Army	First Lieutenant	U.S. Army Ordnance	Cane River Crossing, Louisiana	Apr 23, 1864	He voluntarily led a successful attack on a fortified enemy position.
—	Beech, John P.John P. Beech	Army	Sergeant	4th Regiment New Jersey Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He volunteered to help operate cannons after all the other crew members were killed or wounded.
—	Begley, TerrenceTerrence Begley*	Army	Sergeant	7th Regiment New York Volunteer Heavy Artillery	Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia	Jun 3, 1864	He shot a Confederate flag bearer, grabbed his flag, and safely returned to his lines under heavy fire.
—	Belcher, ThomasThomas Belcher	Army	Private	9th Regiment Maine Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He took a guidon (small flag) from a mortally wounded bearer and advanced it closer to the enemy than anyone else.
George H. Bell	Bell, George H.George H. Bell	Navy	Captain of the Afterguard	USS Santee	Aboard USS Santee, cutting out expedition in Galveston Bay	November 7, 1861	Even though he was severely wounded, he showed amazing courage in a difficult situation.
—	Bell, James B.James B. Bell	Army	Sergeant	11th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.	Nov 25, 1863	Even though severely wounded, he was the first of his regiment to reach the top of the ridge, planted his flag inside enemy lines, and stayed until he was wounded five times.
George Grenville Benedict	Benedict, George GrenvilleGeorge Grenville Benedict	Army	Second Lieutenant	12th Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	He went through heavy enemy fire to deliver orders and help regroup his crowded lines.
—	Benjamin, John F.John F. Benjamin	Army	Corporal	2nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured the battle flag of the 9th Virginia Infantry (Confederate).
Samuel N. Benjamin	Benjamin, Samuel N.Samuel N. Benjamin	Army	First Lieutenant	2nd U.S. Artillery, Battery E Chief of Artillery, IX Corps	From Bull Run to Spotsylvania, Virginia	Jul 1861 – May 1864	He showed outstanding service as an artillery officer.
—	Bennett, OrrenOrren Bennett	Army	Private	141st Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Bennett, Orson W.Orson W. Bennett	Army	First Lieutenant	102nd Regiment United States Colored Troops	Battle of Honey Hill	Nov 30, 1864	After several tries, he bravely led a small group 100 yards ahead of Union lines to bring back abandoned cannons, stopping them from being captured.
William Bensinger	Bensinger, WilliamWilliam Bensinger	Army	Private	21st Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Great Locomotive Chase, Ga.	Apr 1862	He was the second person to receive the Medal of Honor.
William H.H. Benyaurd	Benyaurd, William H. H.William H. H. Benyaurd	Army	First Lieutenant	United States Army Corps of Engineers	Battle of Five Forks, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He and one companion bravely went ahead to scout, even though it was very dangerous. In the same battle, he rode to the front to encourage his troops to keep fighting.
—	Betham, AsaAsa Betham	Navy	Coxswain	USS Pontoosuc	Aboard USS Pontoosuc, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	December 24, 1864 – January 22, 1865	He performed his duties faithfully and showed great courage under enemy fire during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington.
—	Betts, Charles M.Charles M. Betts	Army	Lieutenant Colonel	15th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry	Greensboro, North Carolina	Apr 19, 1865	With only 75 men, he surprised and captured an entire enemy cavalry group.
Hillary Beyer	Beyer, HillaryHillary Beyer	Army	Second Lieutenant	90th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Antietam, Md.	Sep 17, 1862	After his unit had to fall back, he stayed alone to care for wounded comrades and carried one to safety.
—	Bibber, Charles J.Charles J. Bibber	Navy	Gunner's Mate	USS Agawam	Aboard USS Agawam, First Battle of Fort Fisher	December 23, 1864	He served on the USS Agawam as part of a volunteer crew for a powder boat that exploded near Fort Fisher.
—	Bickford, Henry H.Henry H. Bickford	Army	Corporal	90th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia	Mar 2, 1865	He recaptured a flag.
—	Bickford, John F.John F. Bickford	Navy	Captain of the Top	USS Kearsarge	Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France	June 19, 1864	He served on the USS Kearsarge when it destroyed the Alabama.
Matthew Bickford	Bickford, MatthewMatthew Bickford	Army	Corporal	8th Regiment Missouri Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Bieger, CharlesCharles Bieger	Army	Private	4th Regiment Missouri Volunteer Cavalry	Ivy Farm, Miss.	Feb 22, 1864	He bravely risked his life under heavy fire to rescue his captain, whose horse had been killed, from enemy skirmishers.
Richard Binder	Binder, RichardRichard Binder	Marine Corps	Sergeant	USS Ticonderoga	Aboard USS Ticonderoga, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	Jan 15, 1865	Despite heavy enemy fire and an exploding cannon that killed and wounded many, he performed his duties with skill and courage as a gun captain.
Henry H. Bingham	Bingham, Henry H.Henry H. Bingham	Army	Captain	140th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia	May 6, 1864	He rallied and led troops back into action who had been pushed back by fierce enemy attacks.
—	Birdsall, Horatio L.Horatio L. Birdsall	Army	Sergeant	3rd Regiment Iowa Volunteer Cavalry	Columbus, Ga.	Apr 16, 1865	He captured an enemy flag and its bearer.
—	Bishop, Francis A.Francis A. Bishop	Army	Private	57th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
John C. Black	Black, John C.John C. Black	Army	Lieutenant Colonel	11th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Prairie Grove, Ark.	Dec 7, 1862	He is the brother of William P. Black; they are one of five pairs of brothers to receive the Medal of Honor.
William P. Black	Black, William P.William P. Black	Army	Captain	11th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Pea Ridge, Ark.	Mar 7, 1862	He is the brother of John C. Black; they are one of five pairs of brothers to receive the Medal of Honor.
Wilmon W. Blackmar	Blackmar, Wilmon W.Wilmon W. Blackmar	Army	Lieutenant	1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Five Forks, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	At a critical point in the battle, he led a successful attack on the enemy without waiting for orders.
William R. D. Blackwood	Blackwood, William R. D.William R. D. Blackwood	Army	Surgeon	48th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He removed severely wounded soldiers from the battlefield under heavy enemy fire, showing exceptional bravery.
—	Blagheen, WilliamWilliam Blagheen	Navy	Ship's Cook	USS Brooklyn	Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He served on the USS Brooklyn during successful attacks in Mobile Bay.
—	Blair, Robert M.Robert M. Blair	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Pontoosuc	Aboard USS Pontoosuc, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	December 24, 1864 – January 22, 1865	He served on the USS Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington.
Robert Blake	Blake, RobertRobert Blake	Navy	Contraband	USS Marblehead	Aboard USS Marblehead off Legareville, Stono River	Dec 25, 1863	He was an escaped slave and the first African-American to receive the Medal of Honor.
—	Blasdel, Thomas A.Thomas A. Blasdel	Army	Private	83rd Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
Milton Blickensderfer	Blickensderfer, MiltonMilton Blickensderfer	Army	Corporal	126th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 3, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Bliss, George N.George N. Bliss	Army	Captain	1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia	Sep 28, 1864	He bravely gathered his guard and charged the enemy without support, even though he was wounded and his horse was shot.
Zenas R. Bliss	Bliss, Zenas R.Zenas R. Bliss	Army	Colonel	7th Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia	Dec 13, 1862	To encourage his new regiment, he stood up in front of the line and fired at the enemy, even though he was fully exposed to their fire.
—	Blodgett, Welis H.Welis H. Blodgett	Army	First Lieutenant	37th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry	First Battle of Newtonia, Mo.	Sep 30, 1862	With just one helper, he captured an armed enemy picket of eight men.
—	Blucher, CharlesCharles Blucher	Army	Corporal	188th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He planted the first national flag on the enemy's defenses.
John W. Blunt	Blunt, John W.John W. Blunt	Army	First Lieutenant	6th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He voluntarily led a charge across a narrow bridge against enemy lines.
—	Boehm, Peter M.Peter M. Boehm	Army	Second Lieutenant	15th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Dinwiddie Court House, Virginia	Mar 31, 1865	While helping General Custer, he took a flag, rode in front of retreating soldiers, and rallied them under heavy fire to push back the enemy.
—	Bois, FrankFrank Bois	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Cincinnati	Aboard USS Cincinnati, Operations against Vicksburg	May 27, 1863	He served as quartermaster on the USS Cincinnati during the attack on Vicksburg and when it sank.
—	Bond, William S.William S. Bond	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Kearsarge	Aboard USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France	June 19, 1864	He served bravely on the USS Kearsarge when it destroyed the Alabama, showing great calmness and good behavior under fire.
—	Bonebrake, Henry G.Henry G. Bonebrake	Army	Lieutenant	17th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Five Forks, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He was one of the first to enter the enemy's defenses and fought hand-to-hand to capture an enemy flag.
—	Bonnaffon, Jr., SylvesterSylvester Bonnaffon, Jr.	Army	First Lieutenant	99th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Boydton Plank Road, Virginia	Oct 27, 1864	He stopped his troops from running away and rallied them under heavy fire, even though he was severely wounded.
—	Boody, RobertRobert Boody	Army	Sergeant	40th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia and Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 5, 1862 and May 2, 1863	At Williamsburg, he risked his life to save two wounded comrades. A year later, at Chancellorsville, he again risked his life to save Captain George B. Carse.
—	Boon, Hugh P.Hugh P. Boon	Army	Captain	1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
Nicholas Bouquet	Bouquet, NicholasNicholas Bouquet	Army	Private	1st Regiment Iowa Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Wilson's Creek, Mo.	Aug 10, 1861	He left his battle line under heavy fire to capture a riderless horse and used it to save a disabled cannon from being captured.
Orlando Boss	Boss, OrlandoOrlando Boss	Army	Corporal	25th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia	Jun 3, 1864	He rescued his lieutenant, who was mortally wounded between the lines, under heavy enemy fire.
John G. Bourke	Bourke, John G.John G. Bourke	Army	Private	15th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Stones River, Tenn.	Dec 31, 1862 – Jan 1, 1863	He showed great bravery in action.
—	Bourne, ThomasThomas Bourne	Navy	Seaman and Gun Captain	USS Varuna	Aboard USS Varuna, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip	April 24, 1862	He stayed at his gun and helped damage the enemy, even when his ship was under furious fire and rammed twice, until it sank.
Richard Boury	Boury, RichardRichard Boury	Army	Sergeant	1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry	Charlottesville, Virginia	Mar 5, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Boutwell, John W.John W. Boutwell	Army	Private	18th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He rescued a comrade who had been shot in both legs from the picket line under heavy fire.
—	Bowen, Chester B.Chester B. Bowen	Army	Corporal	1st Regiment New York Dragoons	Battle of Opequon, Virginia	Sep 19, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Bowen, EmmerEmmer Bowen	Army	Private	127th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Bowman, Edward R.Edward R. Bowman	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Ticonderoga	Aboard USS Ticonderoga, Second Battle of Fort Fisher	January 13, 1865 – January 15, 1865	He was on board the USS Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher.
—	Box, Thomas J.Thomas J. Box	Army	Captain	27th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Resaca, Ga.	May 14, 1864	He captured the flag of the 38th Alabama Infantry (Confederate).
Henry V. Boynton	Boynton, Henry V.Henry V. Boynton	Army	Lieutenant Colonel	35th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.	Nov 25, 1863	He led his regiment under heavy enemy fire and was severely wounded.
—	Bradley, AmosAmos Bradley	Navy	Landsman	USS Varuna	Aboard USS Varuna, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip	April 24, 1862	He served in a very important position on the USS Varuna during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip.
—	Bradley, CharlesCharles Bradley	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Louisville	Aboard USS Louisville, Battle of Fort Hindman	January 10, 1863 – January 11, 1863	He bravely and calmly performed his duties as a gun captain throughout the battle.
Thomas W. Bradley	Bradley, Thomas W.Thomas W. Bradley	Army	Sergeant	124th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 3, 1863	He volunteered to get ammunition for his comrades under heavy fire, even though it was very dangerous.
—	Brady, JamesJames Brady	Army	Private	10th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Brandle, Joseph E.Joseph E. Brandle	Army	Private	17th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Infantry	Lenoire, Tenn.	Nov 16, 1863	As his regiment's flag bearer, he held onto the flags even after being wounded twice and losing sight in one eye, until ordered to the rear.
—	Brannigan, FelixFelix Brannigan	Army	Private	74th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 2, 1863	He volunteered for a dangerous mission and brought back important information.
—	Brant, WilliamWilliam Brant	Army	Lieutenant	1st Regiment New Jersey Volunteer Infantry	Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 3, 1865	He captured the battle flag of the 46th North Carolina (Confederate).
—	Bras, Edgar A.Edgar A. Bras	Army	Sergeant	8th Regiment Iowa Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spanish Fort, Ala.	Apr 8, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Brazell, JohnJohn Brazell	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was praised for his calmness and good conduct as a gun captain during the action in Mobile Bay.
—	Breen, JohnJohn Breen	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Commodore Perry	Aboard USS Commodore Perry	October 3, 1862	He stayed at his post and performed his duties with skill and courage, even under heavy enemy fire.
—	Brennan, ChristopherChristopher Brennan	Navy	Seaman	USS Mississippi	Aboard USS Mississippi, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip	April 24, 1862 – April 25, 1862	He showed skill and courage during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip and the taking of New Orleans.
Lewis F. Brest	Brest, Lewis F.Lewis F. Brest	Army	Private	57th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Brewer, William J.William J. Brewer	Army	Private	2nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Appomattox campaign, Virginia	Apr 4, 1865	He captured the engineer flag of the Army of Northern Virginia.
—	Breyer, CharlesCharles Breyer	Army	Sergeant	90th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	First Battle of Rappahannock Station, Virginia	Aug 23, 1862	He bravely picked up an unexploded shell and threw it away, likely saving a comrade's life.
—	Briggs, Elijah A.Elijah A. Briggs	Army	Corporal	2nd Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Heavy Artillery	Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 3, 1865	He captured a battle flag.
—	Bringle, AndrewAndrew Bringle	Army	Corporal	10th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He charged the enemy and helped Sergeant Norton capture a cannon and two prisoners.
—	Brinn, AndrewAndrew Brinn	Navy	Seaman	USS Mississippi	Aboard USS Mississippi	March 14, 1863	He served on the USS Mississippi during its abandonment and firing at Port Hudson.
—	Bronner, August F.August F. Bronner	Army	Private	Battery C, 1st Battalion, New York Volunteer Light Artillery	Battle of White Oak Swamp, Virginia and Battle of Malvern Hill, Virginia	Jun 30, 1862 and Jul 1, 1862	He continued to fight even after being severely wounded.
—	Bronson, James H.James H. Bronson	Army	First Sergeant	5th Regiment United States Colored Troops	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He took command of his company and bravely led it after all officers were killed or wounded.
—	Brosnan, JohnJohn Brosnan	Army	Sergeant	164th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Jun 17, 1864	He rescued a wounded comrade who was exposed to enemy fire, and was severely wounded himself in the process.
—	Brouse, Charles W.Charles W. Brouse	Army	Captain	100th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.	Nov 25, 1863	To encourage his men, he refused to lie down and walked along the top of the defenses until he was severely wounded.
—	Brown, CharlesCharles Brown	Army	Sergeant	50th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia	Aug 19, 1864	He captured the flag of the 47th Virginia Infantry (Confederate).
—	Brown, Edward, Jr.Edward Brown, Jr.	Army	Corporal	62nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Fredericksburg and Salem Heights, Virginia	May 3, 1863 – May 4, 1863	Even though severely wounded while carrying the flags, he stayed at his post under fire until ordered to the rear.
Henri Le Fevre Brown	Brown, Henri Le FevreHenri Le Fevre Brown	Army	Sergeant	72nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia	May 6, 1864	He risked his life three times to cross the battlefield under heavy fire, bringing ammunition to his comrades and helping them hold their position.
—	Brown, JamesJames Brown	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Albatross	Aboard USS Albatross, Fort DeRussy	May 4, 1863	He served on the USS Albatross during the action against Fort DeRussy.
Jeremiah Z. Brown	Brown, Jeremiah Z.Jeremiah Z. Brown	Army	Captain	148th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Petersburg, Virginia	Oct 27, 1864	With 100 volunteers, he attacked and captured enemy defenses, along with officers and men.
—	Brown, JohnJohn Brown	Navy	Captain of the Forecastle	USS Brooklyn	Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Brooklyn during the action against rebel forts and gunboats.
—	Brown, John H.John H. Brown	Army	First Sergeant	47th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 19, 1863	He voluntarily carried a message through heavy enemy fire, in plain view of the enemy.
—	Brown, John HartiesJohn Harties Brown	Army	Captain	12th Regiment Kentucky Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Franklin, Tenn.	Nov 30, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Brown, Morris, Jr.Morris Brown, Jr.*	Army	Captain	126th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Brown, RobertRobert Brown	Navy	Captain of the Top	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Richmond during the action at Mobile Bay.
Robert B. Brown	Brown, Robert B.Robert B. Brown	Army	Private	15th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.	Nov 25, 1863	He reached the ridge under heavy fire, demanded the surrender of the 9th Mississippi Infantry's flag bearer, and captured him and his flag.
Uriah H. Brown	Brown, UriahUriah Brown	Army	Private	30th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	Even after being shot and falling into the water, he bravely dragged five wounded comrades to safety under intense fire.
—	Brown, William H.William H. Brown	Navy	Landsman	USS Brooklyn	Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Brooklyn during successful attacks in Mobile Bay.
—	Brown, WilsonWilson Brown	Navy	Landsman	USS Hartford	Aboard USS Hartford, Battle of Mobile Bay	Aug 5, 1864	He was on board the flagship USS Hartford during successful attacks in Mobile Bay.
Wilson W. Brown	Brown, Wilson W.Wilson W. Brown	Army	Private	21st Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Great Locomotive Chase, Ga.	Apr 1862	He was one of 19 men who went deep into enemy territory to capture a train and try to destroy bridges.
Francis E. Brownell	Brownell, Francis E.Francis E. Brownell	Army	Private	11th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Alexandria, Virginia	May 24, 1861	He killed the murderer of Colonel Ellsworth, which was the first Civil War act to earn the Medal of Honor.
—	Brownell, William P.William P. Brownell	Navy	Coxswain	USS Benton	Aboard USS Benton, Battle of Grand Gulf and Siege of Vicksburg	May 2, 1863 and May 22, 1863	He performed his duties calmly and bravely as a gun captain during attacks on Grand Gulf and Vicksburg.
Louis J. Bruner	Bruner, Louis J.Louis J. Bruner	Army	Private	5th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Cavalry	Walkers Ford, Tenn.	Dec 2, 1863	He voluntarily went through enemy lines under fire to bring important information to a battalion, saving them from capture.
George W. Brush	Brush, George W.George W. Brush	Army	First Lieutenant	34th Regiment United States Colored Troops	Ashepoo River, S.C.	May 24, 1864	He voluntarily commanded a boat crew to rescue many Union soldiers from a stranded steamer, under heavy fire from a Confederate battery.
—	Bruton, Christopher C.Christopher C. Bruton	Army	Captain	22nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia	Mar 2, 1865	His last name is sometimes spelled "Braton".
—	Brutsche, HenryHenry Brutsche	Navy	Landsman	USS Tacony	Aboard USS Tacony, Plymouth, North Carolina	October 31, 1864	He showed great calmness when he helped land and spike a 9-inch gun under heavy enemy fire. He was 18 years old at the time.
—	Bryant, Andrew S.Andrew S. Bryant	Army	Sergeant	46th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry	New Bern, North Carolina	May 23, 1863	With only 16 men, he bravely held back a fierce enemy attack for half an hour, likely saving the city of New Bern from capture.
—	Buchanan, George A.George A. Buchanan*	Army	Private	148th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He moved ahead of the skirmish line and drove enemy cannon crews from their guns, but was mortally wounded.
—	Buck, F. ClarenceF. Clarence Buck	Army	Corporal	21st Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	Even though wounded, he refused to leave the battlefield until the fight was over.
—	Buck, JamesJames Buck	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Brooklyn	Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip	April 24, 1862 – April 25, 1862	He served on the USS Brooklyn during the attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip and the taking of New Orleans.
—	Buckingham, David E.David E. Buckingham	Army	First Lieutenant	4th Regiment Delaware Volunteer Infantry	Rowanty Creek, Virginia	Feb 5, 1865	He swam across a partly frozen creek under fire to try and capture a crossing point.
—	Buckles, Abram J.Abram J. Buckles	Army	Sergeant	19th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia	May 5, 1864	Even though he had an open wound, he carried the regimental flags until he was wounded again.
—	Buckley, DenisDenis Buckley*	Army	Private	136th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Peachtree Creek, Ga.	Jul 20, 1864	He captured the flag of the 31st Mississippi (Confederate).
John C. Buckley	Buckley, John C.John C. Buckley	Army	Sergeant	4th Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Bucklyn, John K.John K. Bucklyn	Army	First Lieutenant	Battery E, 1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 3, 1863	Even though wounded, he bravely fought his section of the battery under heavy enemy fire until all ammunition was gone and most men and horses were killed or wounded. He then disabled one cannon and saved another.
—	Buffington, John E.John E. Buffington	Army	Sergeant	4th Regiment Maryland Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He was the first enlisted man of the 3rd Division to climb the enemy's wall.
Robert Buffum	Buffum, RobertRobert Buffum	Army	Private	21st Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Great Locomotive Chase, Ga.	Apr 1862	He was the third person to receive the Medal of Honor.
—	Buhrman, Henry G.Henry G. Buhrman	Army	Private	54th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
William Bumgarner	Bumgarner, WilliamWilliam Bumgarner	Army	Sergeant	4th Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	Apr 2, 1862	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Burbank, James H.James H. Burbank	Army	Sergeant	4th Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Infantry	Blackwater, near Franklin, Virginia	Oct 3, 1862	He showed great bravery while serving on the gunboat Barney.
—	Burger, JosephJoseph Burger	Army	Private	2nd Regiment Minnesota Volunteer Infantry	Nolensville, Tenn.	Feb 15, 1863	He is the grandfather of former Chief Justice of the United States Warren Burger.
—	Burk, E. MichaelE. Michael Burk	Army	Private	125th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He captured an enemy flag as his regiment advanced over their defenses, even though he was shot in the chest.
—	Burk, ThomasThomas Burk	Army	Sergeant	97th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of the Wilderness	May 6, 1864	He risked his life to go back under enemy fire and carried Colonel Wheelock, who was unable to move, off the battlefield by himself.
—	Burke, Daniel W.Daniel W. Burke	Army	First Sergeant	2nd Regiment U.S. Infantry	Battle of Shepherdstown, Virginia	Sep 20, 1862	He voluntarily tried to disable an enemy cannon right in front of them.
—	Burke, ThomasThomas Burke	Army	Private	5th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Hanover Courthouse, Virginia	Jun 30, 1863	He captured a battle flag.
James M. Burns	Burns, James M.James M. Burns	Army	Sergeant	1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry	Battle of New Market, Virginia	May 15, 1864	Under heavy fire, he rallied a few men to save the flags from capture and then went back to carry a severely wounded comrade from the field.
—	Burns, John M.John M. Burns	Navy	Seaman	USS Lackawanna	Aboard USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Lackawanna during successful attacks in Mobile Bay.
—	Burritt, William W.William W. Burritt	Army	Private	113th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry	Vicksburg, Miss.	Apr 27, 1863	He volunteered as a fireman on a steam tug that ran past enemy cannons under heavy fire.
—	Burton, AlbertAlbert Burton	Navy	Seaman	USS Wabash	USS Wabash Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher	Jan 15, 1865	He served on the USS Wabash during the attack on Fort Fisher.
Daniel A. Butterfield	Butterfield, Daniel A.Daniel A. Butterfield	Army	Brigadier General	3rd Brigade, 1st Division, V Corps	Battle of Gaines' Mill, Virginia	Jun 27, 1862	He picked up the flags and rallied his troops while under fire.
—	Butterfield, Frank G.Frank G. Butterfield	Army	First Lieutenant	6th Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry	Salem Heights, Virginia	May 4, 1863	He took command of the skirmish line and helped his regiment move out of a dangerous spot.
—	Butts, GeorgeGeorge Butts	Navy	Gunner's Mate	USS Signal	Aboard USS Signal, Red River Campaign	May 5, 1864	Even though he was sick, he bravely performed his duties during the entire battle, even when his ship was disabled.
—	Byrnes, JamesJames Byrnes	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Louisville	Aboard USS Louisville, Battle of Fort Hindman	January 10, 1863 – January 11, 1863	He bravely and calmly performed his duties as a gun captain throughout the battle.

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      This along with the *, indicates that the Medal of Honor was awarded posthumously

Picture	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/Command	Where it happened	When it happened	What they did
—	Cadwallader, Abel G.Abel G. Cadwallader	Army	Corporal	1st Regiment Maryland Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia	Feb 6, 1865	He bravely planted the flags on the enemy's defenses before his regiment arrived.
—	Cadwell, Luman L.Luman L. Cadwell	Army	Sergeant	2nd Regiment New York Veteran Volunteer Cavalry	Alabama Bayou, Louisiana	Sep 20, 1864	He swam across the bayou under enemy fire and captured a boat, which helped his command cross and defeat the enemy.
—	Caldwell, DanielDaniel Caldwell	Army	Sergeant	13th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia	Feb 6, 1865	In a mounted charge, he rode into the middle of the enemy's line and captured the flag of the 33rd North Carolina Infantry.
—	Calkin, Ivers S.Ivers S. Calkin	Army	First Sergeant	2nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured the flag of the 18th Virginia Infantry (Confederate).
—	Callahan, John H.John H. Callahan	Army	Private	122nd Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Fort Blakely, Ala.	Apr 9, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Camp, Carlton N.Carlton N. Camp	Army	Private	18th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He rescued a comrade who had been shot in both legs from the picket line under heavy fire.
—	Campbell, James A.James A. Campbell	Army	Private	2nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Woodstock, Virginia and Amelia Courthouse, Virginia	Jan 22, 1865 and Apr 5, 1865	While his unit was retreating, he bravely went back with a companion to rescue his commanding officer. At Amelia Courthouse, he captured two battle flags.
William Campbell	Campbell, WilliamWilliam Campbell	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Ticonderoga	Aboard USS Ticonderoga, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	Dec 1864 – Jan 1865	He was on board the USS Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher.
—	Campbell, WilliamWilliam Campbell	Army	Private	30th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
Charles E. Capehart	Capehart, Charles E.Charles E. Capehart	Army	Major	1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry	Monterey Mountain, Pa.	Jul 4, 1863	While commanding his regiment, he led a charge down a mountain side at midnight in heavy rain, capturing and destroying many enemy wagons and taking prisoners.
Henry Capehart	Capehart, HenryHenry Capehart	Army	Colonel	1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry	Greenbrier River, W. Va.	May 22, 1864	He saved a drowning soldier's life under fire.
—	Capron, Jr., HoraceHorace Capron, Jr.*	Army	Sergeant	14th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Cavalry	Chickahominy and Ashland, Virginia	Jun 1862	He showed great bravery in action.
—	Carey, HughHugh Carey	Army	Sergeant	82nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 2, 1863	He captured the flag of the 7th Virginia Infantry (Confederate), being wounded twice while doing so.
James L. Carey	Carey, James L.James L. Carey	Army	Sergeant	10th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Appomattox Courthouse, Virginia	Apr 9, 1865	He showed daring bravery and urged his men forward in a charge.
—	Carlisle, Casper R.Casper R. Carlisle	Army	Private	Independent Battery F, Pennsylvania Volunteer Light Artillery	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 2, 1863	He saved a cannon from his battery under heavy musketry fire, even though most of the horses were killed and drivers wounded.
—	Carman, WarrenWarren Carman	Army	Private	1st Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia	Mar 2, 1865	He captured an enemy flag and several prisoners.
Isaac H. Carmin	Carmin, Isaac H.Isaac H. Carmin	Army	Corporal	48th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He saved his regimental flag and also grabbed a burning shell and threw it away from his comrades.
William H. Carney	Carney, William H.William H. Carney	Army	Sergeant	54th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Fort Wagner, Morris Island, S.C.	Jul 18, 1863	He carried the regimental flags, an act shown in the film Glory.
Eugene A. Carr	Carr, Eugene A.Eugene A. Carr	Army	Colonel	3rd Regiment Illinois Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Pea Ridge, Ark.	Mar 7, 1862	He led his command and held his ground under heavy fire, even though he was wounded several times.
Franklin Carr	Carr, FranklinFranklin Carr	Army	Corporal	124th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Nashville, Tenn.	Dec 16, 1864	He recaptured a U.S. guidon (small flag) from an enemy cannon battery.
—	Carr, William M.William M. Carr	Navy	Master-at-Arms	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Richmond during the action against rebel forts and gunboats.
William J. Carson	Carson, William J.William J. Carson	Army	Musician	15th Regiment, U.S. Infantry	Battle of Chickamauga, Ga.	Sep 19, 1863	At a critical moment, he bravely bugled "to the colors," causing his regiment and another to form up and hold back the enemy, making the enemy think reinforcements had arrived.
—	Cart, JacobJacob Cart	Army	Private	7th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment	Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia	Dec 13, 1862	He captured the flag of the 19th Georgia Infantry (Confederate) by wrestling it from the flag bearer.
—	Carter, John J.John J. Carter	Army	Second Lieutenant	33rd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Antietam, Md.	Sep 17, 1862	When his regiment was in trouble, he bravely led a countercharge without orders, stopping the enemy. He also went behind enemy lines at night to get important information.
—	Carter, Joseph F.Joseph F. Carter	Army	Captain	3rd Regiment Maryland Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Fort Stedman, Virginia	Mar 25, 1865	He captured the flags of the 51st Virginia Infantry (Confederate). During the battle, he was captured but escaped, bringing several prisoners with him.
—	Caruana, Orlando E.Orlando E. Caruana	Army	Private	51st Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of New Bern, North Carolina and Battle of South Mountain, Md.	Mar 14, 1862 and Sep 14, 1862	At New Bern, he rescued a wounded flag sergeant and the flags under heavy fire. At South Mountain, he volunteered to find the enemy's position, and even though his three companions were killed, he escaped and returned safely.
—	Casey, David P.David P. Casey	Army	Private	25th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia	Jun 3, 1864	After two flag bearers were shot dead, he bravely rushed forward under heavy fire, removed the dead body, secured the flag, and returned with it to Union lines.
—	Casey, HenryHenry Casey	Army	Private	20th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Vicksburg, Miss.	Apr 22, 1863	He voluntarily served as a crew member on a transport ship that passed enemy forts under heavy fire.
—	Cassidy, MichaelMichael Cassidy	Navy	Landsman	USS Lackawanna	Aboard USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He served on board the USS Lackawanna during successful attacks in Mobile Bay.
Isaac S. Catlin	Catlin, Isaac S.Isaac S. Catlin	Army	Colonel	109th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	In a heroic effort to rally his disorganized troops, he was severely wounded. While being carried away, he tried to return to his command but was wounded again, leading to the amputation of his right leg.
Ovila Cayer	Cayer, OvilaOvila Cayer	Army	Sergeant	14th Regiment U.S. Infantry	Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia	Aug 19, 1864	He commanded the regiment after all the officers were disabled.
Joshua L. Chamberlain	Chamberlain, Joshua L.Joshua L. Chamberlain	Army	Colonel	20th Regiment Maine Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 2, 1863	He was awarded for his actions at Little Round Top, famously shown in the film Gettysburg.
Orville T. Chamberlain	Chamberlain, Orville T.Orville T. Chamberlain	Army	Second Lieutenant	74th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chickamauga, Ga.	Sep 20, 1863	Under heavy fire, he went to find another regiment, got ammunition from them, and returned with it to his own company.
—	Chambers, Joseph B.Joseph B. Chambers	Army	Private	100th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Petersburg, Virginia	Mar 25, 1865	He captured the colors of the 1st Virginia Infantry (Confederate).
—	Chandler, Henry F.Henry F. Chandler	Army	Sergeant	59th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Jun 17, 1864	Even though seriously wounded in a bayonet charge and told to go back, he stayed with his regiment and helped capture the enemy's defenses.
—	Chandler, James B.James B. Chandler	Navy	Coxswain	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Richmond during the action against rebel forts and gunboats.
—	Chandler, Stephen E.Stephen E. Chandler	Army	Quartermaster Sergeant	24th New York Volunteer Cavalry	Amelia Springs, Virginia	Apr 5, 1865	Under heavy enemy fire and retreating troops, he went between the lines to help a wounded comrade and rescued him.
Alaric B. Chapin	Chapin, Alaric B.Alaric B. Chapin	Army	Private	142nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He voluntarily advanced with the leading troops and cut down enemy palisading (defensive fences).
—	Chapman, JohnJohn Chapman	Army	Private	1st Regiment Maine Volunteer Heavy Artillery	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured an enemy flag at the Battle of Sailors Creek, Virginia.
—	Chaput, Louis G.Louis G. Chaput	Navy	Landsman	USS Lackawanna	Aboard USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was awarded for his actions aboard the USS Lackawanna during the Civil War.
John F. Chase	Chase, John F.John F. Chase	Army	Private	5th Battery, Maine Volunteer Light Artillery	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 3, 1863	When nearly all his battery's officers and men were killed or wounded, he and a comrade continued to fire their gun. They then dragged the cannon away, preventing its capture.
—	Child, Benjamin H.Benjamin H. Child	Army	Corporal	Battery A, 1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery	Battle of Antietam, Md.	Sep 17, 1862	He was wounded and knocked out, but when he recovered, he insisted on returning to his battery and continued to command his cannon until the battle ended.
—	Chisman, William W.William W. Chisman	Army	Private	83rd Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Christiancy, James I.James I. Christiancy	Army	First Lieutenant	9th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Cavalry - Company D	Hawes Shops, Virginia	May 28, 1864	While serving as an aide, he voluntarily led part of the line into the fight and was wounded twice.
—	Churchill, Samuel J.Samuel J. Churchill	Army	Corporal	Battery G, 2nd Regiment Illinois Volunteer Light Artillery	Battle of Nashville, Tenn.	Dec 15, 1864	When enemy fire forced his detachment to take cover, he bravely stayed at his post and worked his cannon alone for several minutes.
—	Cilley, Clinton A.Clinton A. Cilley	Army	Captain	2nd Regiment Minnesota Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chickamauga, Ga.	Sep 20, 1863	He grabbed the flags of a retreating regiment and led it into the thick of the attack.
—	Clancy, James T.James T. Clancy	Army	Sergeant	1st Regiment, New Jersey Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Vaughan Road, Virginia	Oct 1, 1864	He shot Confederate General Dunovant dead during a charge, which confused the enemy and greatly helped in their defeat.
—	Clapp, Albert A.Albert A. Clapp	Army	First Sergeant	2nd Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured the battle flag of the 8th Florida Infantry (Confederate).
Charles A. Clark	Clark, Charles A.Charles A. Clark	Army	Lieutenant and Adjutant	6th Regiment Maine Volunteer Infantry	Brooks Ford, Virginia	May 4, 1863	He voluntarily took command of his regiment and bravely led them down a steep bank to the river, saving them from capture or destruction.
Harrison Clark	Clark, HarrisonHarrison Clark	Army	Corporal	125th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 2, 1863	He grabbed the flags and advanced with them after the flag bearer had been shot.
—	Clark, James G.James G. Clark	Army	Private	88th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Jun 18, 1864	He showed distinguished bravery in action and was severely wounded.
—	Clark, John W.John W. Clark	Army	First Lieutenant and Regimental Quartermaster	6th Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry	near Warrenton, Virginia	Jul 28, 1863	He defended the division's supply train against a much larger enemy force. He was severely wounded but stayed on his horse for 20 hours to bring his train to safety.
—	Clark, William A.William A. Clark	Army	Corporal	2nd Regiment Minnesota Volunteer Infantry	Nolensville, Tenn.	Feb 15, 1863	He was one of 16 men who bravely defended a wagon train against 125 cavalry, pushing back the attack and saving the train.
—	Clarke, Dayton P.Dayton P. Clarke	Army	Captain	2nd Regiment Vermont Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He showed distinguished conduct in a desperate hand-to-hand fight while commanding his regiment.
—	Clausen, Charles H.Charles H. Clausen	Army	First Lieutenant	61st Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	Even though severely wounded, he led his regiment against the enemy under heavy fire and saved a cannon battery from capture.
—	Clay, CecilCecil Clay	Army	Captain	58th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He led his regiment in the charge, carrying another regiment's flags. When severely wounded in his right arm, he switched the flags to his left hand, which was also wounded.
—	Cleveland, Charles F.Charles F. Cleveland	Army	Private	26th Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Antietam, Md.	Sep 17, 1862	He voluntarily took and carried the flags into action after the flag bearer had been shot.
—	Clifford, Robert T.Robert T. Clifford	Navy	Master-at-Arms	USS Shokokon	Aboard USS Shokokon	August 22, 1863	He served on board the USS Shokokon at New Topsail Inlet.
—	Clopp, John E.John E. Clopp	Army	Private	71st Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	He captured the flag of the 9th Virginia Infantry (Confederate) by wrestling it from the flag bearer.
—	Clute, George W.George W. Clute	Army	Corporal	14th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Bentonville, North Carolina	Mar 19, 1865	In a charge, he captured the flag of the 40th North Carolina (Confederate) in a personal fight with the officer carrying it.
Jefferson Coates	Coates, JeffersonJefferson Coates	Army	Sergeant	7th Regiment, Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 1, 1863	He showed amazing courage in battle, where he had both eyes shot out.
David L. Cockley	Cockley, David L.David L. Cockley	Army	First Lieutenant	10th Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Waynesboro, Georgia	Dec 4, 1864	While helping a general, he asked three times to join his regiment in a charge. When allowed, he bravely fought at the front of his regiment.
James Coey	Coey, JamesJames Coey	Army	Major	147th Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia	Feb 6, 1865	He grabbed the regimental flags at a crucial moment and led his brigade forward. Even after being severely wounded, he made himself be lifted onto his horse to rally the line again.
—	Coffey, Robert J.Robert J. Coffey	Army	Sergeant	4th Regiment, Vermont Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Salem Church, Virginia	May 4, 1863	He single-handedly captured two officers and five private soldiers from the 8th Louisiana Regiment (Confederate).
—	Cohn, AbrahamAbraham Cohn	Army	Sergeant Major	6th Regiment, New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry	Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia and Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	May 6, 1864 and Jul 30, 1864	At the Wilderness, he bravely rallied disorganized troops under heavy fire. At Petersburg, he calmly carried orders to the front lines under severe fire.
—	Colbert, PatrickPatrick Colbert	Navy	Coxswain	USS Commodore Hull	Aboard USS Commodore Hull	October 31, 1864	He served on board the USS Commodore Hull during the capture of Plymouth.
—	Colby, Carlos W.Carlos W. Colby	Army	First Sergeant	Company G, 97th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Cole, GabrielGabriel Cole	Army	Corporal	5th Regiment, Michigan Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Opequon, Virginia	Sep 19, 1864	He captured an enemy flag, but was wounded in the leg during the fight.
—	Collins, HarrisonHarrison Collins	Army	Corporal	1st Regiment, Tennessee Volunteer Cavalry	Richland Creek, Tenn.	Dec 24, 1864	He captured the flag of Chalmer's Division (Confederate).
—	Collins, Thomas D.Thomas D. Collins	Army	Sergeant	143rd Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Resaca, Ga.	May 15, 1864	He captured an enemy regimental flag.
Charles H. T. Collis	Collis, Charles H. T.Charles H. T. Collis	Army	Colonel	114th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia	Dec 13, 1862	He bravely led his regiment in battle at a very important moment.
—	Colwell, OliverOliver Colwell	Army	First Lieutenant	95th Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Nashville, Tenn.	Dec 16, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Compson, Hartwell B.Hartwell B. Compson	Army	Major	8th Regiment, New York Volunteer Cavalry	Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia	Mar 2, 1865	He captured a flag belonging to General Early's headquarters.
John W. Conaway	Conaway, John W.John W. Conaway	Army	Private	83rd Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Conboy, MartinMartin Conboy	Army	Sergeant	37th Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia	May 5, 1862	He took command of his company in battle after the captain was wounded and handled it with skill and bravery.
—	Conlan, DennisDennis Conlan	Navy	Seaman	USS Agawam	Aboard USS Agawam, First Battle of Fort Fisher	December 23, 1864	He served on board the USS Agawam as part of a volunteer crew for a powder boat that exploded near Fort Fisher.
—	Connell, TrustrimTrustrim Connell	Army	Corporal	138th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Sailors Creek, Virginia	April 6, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
Richard Conner	Conner, RichardRichard Conner	Army	Private	6th Regiment, New Jersey Volunteer Infantry	Bull Run, Virginia	Aug 30, 1862	When his regiment's flag was left behind during a retreat, he bravely went back with a companion under heavy fire to get it. His companion was killed.
—	Connor, ThomasThomas Connor	Navy	Ordinary Seaman	USS Minnesota	USS Minnesota Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher	January 15, 1865	He was on board the USS Minnesota during the attack on Fort Fisher.
—	Connor, William C.William C. Connor	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Howquah	Aboard USS Howquah	September 25, 1864	He performed his duty faithfully under very difficult circumstances, standing firm at his post during a crossfire from enemy shore batteries and Union ships.
—	Connors, JamesJames Connors	Army	Private	43rd Regiment, New York Volunteer Infantry	Fishers Hill, Virginia	Sep 22, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
John Cook	Cook, JohnJohn Cook	Army	Bugler	Battery B, 4th Regiment U.S. Artillery	Antietam Md.	Sep 17, 1862	At 15 years old, he volunteered to be a cannon crew member and served a gun under heavy enemy fire.
—	Cook, John H.John H. Cook	Army	Sergeant	119th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Infantry	Pleasant Hill, Louisiana	Apr 9, 1864	During an enemy attack, he voluntarily left his desk job, rejoined his unit, and acting as a first lieutenant, led the line closer to the charging enemy.
—	Cooke, Walter H.Walter H. Cooke	Army	Captain	4th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Bull Run, Virginia	July 21, 1861	He voluntarily served as an aide and participated in the battle, even though his service time had ended the day before.
—	Cooper, John L. M.John L. M. Cooper	Navy	Coxswain	USS Brooklyn	Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay	Aug 5, 1864	First award: For heroic conduct.
—	Cooper, John L. M.John L. M. Cooper	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Brooklyn (1858)	Mobile, Alabama	Apr 26, 1865	Second award: He rescued a wounded comrade from a fire.
—	Copp, Charles D.Charles D. Copp	Army	Second Lieutenant	9th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia	Dec 13, 1862	He grabbed the regimental flags after the flag bearer was shot and, waving them, rallied the regiment under heavy fire.
—	Corcoran, JohnJohn Corcoran	Army	Private	Battery G, 1st Regiment Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He was one of 20 artillerymen who volunteered to join an infantry attack and turn captured cannons on the enemy.
Thomas E. Corcoran	Corcoran, Thomas E.Thomas E. Corcoran	Navy	Landsman	USS Cincinnati	Aboard USS Cincinnati, Operations against Vicksburg	May 27, 1863	He served on board the USS Cincinnati during the attack on Vicksburg and when it sank.
—	Corliss, George W.George W. Corliss	Army	Captain	5th Regiment, Connecticut Volunteer Infantry	Cedar Mountain, Virginia	Aug 9, 1862	He grabbed a fallen flag after the flag bearer was killed, carried it forward under heavy fire, and even though he was shot and permanently disabled, he planted the flag staff in the ground and kept the flag flying.
Stephen P. Corliss	Corliss, Stephen P.Stephen P. Corliss	Army	First Lieutenant	4th Regiment, New York Volunteer Heavy Artillery	South Side Railroad, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He picked up the fallen flags, rushed ahead of the troops, and placed them on the enemy's defenses.
—	Corson, Joseph K.Joseph K. Corson	Army	Assistant Surgeon	6th Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment	near Bristoe Station, Virginia	Oct 14, 1863	He and a companion bravely returned under heavy enemy artillery fire to rescue a severely wounded soldier who had been left behind.
Richard H. Cosgriff	Cosgriff, Richard H.Richard H. Cosgriff	Army	Private	4th Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Columbus, Ga.	Apr 16, 1865	He captured an enemy flag in a personal fight with its bearer.
—	Cosgrove, ThomasThomas Cosgrove	Army	Private	40th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Drurys Bluff, Virginia	May 15, 1864	He single-handedly demanded and received the surrender of seven armed Confederates hiding in a cellar, disarming them and taking them as prisoners.
—	Cotton, PeterPeter Cotton	Navy	Ordinary Seaman	USS Baron DeKalb	Aboard USS Baron DeKalb, Yazoo Pass Expedition	December 23, 1862 – December 27, 1862	He served on board the USS Baron De Kalb during the Yazoo River expedition.
John Coughlin	Coughlin, JohnJohn Coughlin	Army	Lieutenant Colonel	10th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry	Swifts Creek, Virginia	May 9, 1864	During a sudden night attack, he led his regiment forward without orders, placing a line of battle between the enemy and a cannon battery, pushing back the attack and saving the cannons.
Robert M. Cox	Cox, Robert M.Robert M. Cox	Army	Corporal	55th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He bravely defended the flags planted on the outer wall of Fort Hill.
—	Coyne, John N.John N. Coyne	Army	Sergeant	70th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia	May 5, 1862	He captured a flag after a tough hand-to-hand fight and was praised for his bravery.
William W. Cranston	Cranston, William W.William W. Cranston	Army	Private	66th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 2, 1863	He was one of four men who volunteered to bring a wounded Confederate officer from behind enemy lines under constant fire.
—	Crawford, AlexanderAlexander Crawford	Navy	Fireman	USS Wyalusing	Aboard USS Wyalusing in the Roanoke River	May 25, 1864	He volunteered for a mission to destroy the CSS Albemarle and escaped capture after the mission failed.
—	Creed, JohnJohn Creed	Army	Private	23rd Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Fishers Hill, Virginia	Sep 22, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Cripps, ThomasThomas Cripps	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	As a gun captain, he fought his gun with skill and courage for two furious hours, even after his ship was damaged and men were lost.
—	Crocker, Henry H.Henry H. Crocker	Army	Captain	2nd Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He voluntarily led a charge that captured 14 prisoners, and he was wounded himself.
—	Crocker, Ulric L.Ulric L. Crocker	Army	Private	6th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He captured the flag of the 18th Georgia (Confederate).
—	Croft, James E.James E. Croft	Army	Private	12th Independent Battery, Wisconsin Volunteer Light Artillery	Allatoona, Ga.	Oct 5, 1864	He took the place of a shot-down gunner and inspired his comrades with his bravery and effective shooting, which greatly helped defeat the enemy.
Cornelius Cronin	Cronin, CorneliusCornelius Cronin	Navy	Chief Quartermaster	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Richmond during the action at Mobile Bay.
—	Crosier, William H. H.William H. H. Crosier	Army	Sergeant	149th New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Peachtree Creek, Ga.	Jul 20, 1864	Severely wounded and ambushed by the enemy, he stripped the flags from the staff and brought them back to the line.
—	Cross, James E.James E. Cross	Army	Corporal	12th New York Infantry	Blackburns Ford, Virginia	Jul 18, 1861	He and a companion refused to retreat when their part of the regiment was pushed back, staying on the skirmish line to fire at the enemy.
—	Crowley, MichaelMichael Crowley	Army	Private	2nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia	Mar 2, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Cullen, ThomasThomas Cullen	Army	Corporal	82nd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Bristoe Station, Virginia	Oct 14, 1863	He captured the flag of the 22nd or 28th North Carolina (Confederate).
Amos J. Cummings	Cummings, Amos J.Amos J. Cummings	Army	Sergeant Major	26th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Salem Heights, Virginia	May 4, 1863	He greatly helped rescue some cannon batteries from a very dangerous position during the battle.
—	Cumpston, James M.James M. Cumpston	Army	Private	91st Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Shenandoah Valley Campaigns of 1864	Aug 1864 – Nov 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
Francis M. Cunningham	Cunningham, Francis M.Francis M. Cunningham	Army	First Sergeant	1st West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured the battle flag of the 12th Virginia Infantry (Confederate) in a hand-to-hand fight while wounded.
James S. Cunningham	Cunningham, James S.James S. Cunningham	Army	Private	8th Missouri Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
Richard J. Curran	Curran, Richard J.Richard J. Curran	Army	Assistant Surgeon	33rd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Antietam, Md.	Sep 17, 1862	He voluntarily risked great danger by going to the front lines to help the wounded and take them to the hospital.
John C. Curtis	Curtis, John C.John C. Curtis	Army	Sergeant Major	9th Regiment Connecticut Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Baton Rouge, Louisiana	Aug 5, 1862	He voluntarily went to the battle line and, alone, captured two prisoners, driving them to headquarters with his bayonet.
—	Curtis, Josiah M.Josiah M. Curtis	Army	Second Lieutenant	12th Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He grabbed his regiment's flags after two flag bearers fell, carried them bravely, and was among the first to get his flag inside the enemy's defenses.
Newton M. Curtis	Curtis, Newton M.Newton M. Curtis	Army	Brigadier General	1st Brigade, 2nd Division, X Corps	Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He was the first man to get through the enemy's stockade, personally led every attack on the defenses, and was wounded four times.
Alonzo H. Cushing	Cushing, Alonzo H.Alonzo H. Cushing*	Army	First Lieutenant	4th U.S. Light Artillery, Battery A	Pickett's Charge, Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania	Jul 3, 1863	He refused to leave the battle despite severe wounds, directing his lone cannon and continuing to fire at the enemy.
Thomas W. Custer	Custer, Thomas W.Thomas W. Custer	Army	Second Lieutenant	6th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Namozine Church, Virginia	Apr 3, 1865	First award: He captured an enemy flag.
Thomas W. Custer	Custer, Thomas W.Thomas W. Custer	Army	Second Lieutenant	6th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	Second award: He captured two enemy flags.
Byron M. Cutcheon	Cutcheon, Byron M.Byron M. Cutcheon	Army	Major	27th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Horseshoe Bend, Ky.	May 10, 1863	He showed distinguished bravery by leading his regiment in a charge on a house held by the enemy.
James M. Cutts	Cutts, James M.James M. Cutts	Army	Captain	1st Battalion, 11th U.S. Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Wilderness; Spotsylvania; Petersburg, Virginia	1864	He showed great bravery in various battles.

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Picture	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/Command	Where it happened	When it happened	What they did
John S. Darrough	Darrough, John S.John S. Darrough	Army	Sergeant	113th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Eastport, Miss.	Oct 10, 1864	He saved the life of a Captain.
—	Davidsizer, John A.John A. Davidsizer	Army	Sergeant	1st Pennsylvania Cavalry	Paines Crossroads, Virginia	Apr 5, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
Andrew Davidson	Davidson, AndrewAndrew Davidson	Army	Assistant Surgeon	47th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Vicksburg, Miss.	May 3, 1863	He voluntarily tried to run past the enemy's cannons.
—	Davidson, AndrewAndrew Davidson	Army	First Lieutenant	30th United States Colored Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	He was one of the first to enter the enemy's defenses. After his colonel, major, and many officers fell, he bravely helped rally and save the rest of the command.
—	Davis, Charles C.Charles C. Davis	Army	Major	7th Pennsylvania Cavalry	Shelbyville, Tenn.	Jun 27, 1863	He led one of the most daring and successful charges of the war.
—	Davis, FreemanFreeman Davis	Army	Sergeant	80th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn.	Nov 25, 1863	While his regiment was falling back, he saw both flag bearers shot down. Under heavy fire and great danger, he recovered both flags and saved them from capture.
George E. Davis	Davis, George E.George E. Davis	Army	First Lieutenant	10th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Monocacy Junction, Md.	Jul 9, 1864	While commanding a small force, he held the approaches to two bridges against repeated attacks by larger enemy numbers, greatly slowing down the enemy's advance on Washington.
—	Davis, HarryHarry Davis	Army	Private	46th Ohio Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Ezra Church, Atlanta, Ga.	Jul 28, 1864	He captured the flag of the 30th Louisiana Infantry (Confederate).
—	Davis, JohnJohn Davis	Navy	Quarter Gunner	USS Valley City	Aboard USS Valley City	February 10, 1862	He served on board the USS Valley City during action against rebel forts and ships.
—	Davis, JohnJohn Davis	Army	Private	17th Indiana Volunteer Mounted Infantry	Culloden, Ga.	Apr 1865	He captured the flag of Worrill Grays (Confederate).
Joseph Davis	Davis, JosephJoseph Davis	Army	Corporal	104th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Second Battle of Franklin, Tenn.	Nov 30, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Davis, Martin K.Martin K. Davis	Army	Sergeant	116th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Davis, Samuel W.Samuel W. Davis	Navy	Ordinary Seaman	USS Brooklyn	Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Brooklyn during successful attacks in Mobile Bay.
—	Davis, ThomasThomas Davis	Army	Private	2nd New York Volunteer Heavy Artillery Regiment	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Day, CharlesCharles Day	Army	Private	210th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia	Feb 6, 1865	He grabbed the flags of another regiment after the flag bearer was killed and carried them through the rest of the battle.
David F. Day	Day, David F.David F. Day	Army	Private	57th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
—	Deakin, CharlesCharles Deakin	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	As a gun captain, he fought his gun with skill and courage for two furious hours, even after his ship was damaged and men were lost. He also participated in actions at Forts Jackson and St. Philip.
John M. Deane	Deane, John M.John M. Deane	Army	Major	29th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Fort Stedman, Virginia	Mar 25, 1865	He saw an abandoned cannon, called for volunteers, and under heavy fire, worked the gun until the enemy was defeated.
—	Decastro, Joseph H.Joseph H. De Castro	Army	Corporal	19th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	He captured the flag of the 19th Virginia Infantry regiment (Confederate).
Patrick De Lacey	Delacey, PatrickPatrick De Lacey	Army	First Sergeant	143rd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia	May 6, 1864	He ran ahead of the line under heavy fire and shot the flag bearer of a Confederate regiment, helping the attack succeed.
—	Deland, Frederick N.Frederick N. Deland	Army	Private	40th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Siege of Port Hudson, Louisiana	May 27, 1863	He volunteered to help fill a ditch with bundles of sticks (fascines) under heavy enemy fire, which helped the troops attack the enemy's defenses.
—	Delaney, John C.John C. Delaney	Army	Sergeant	107th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia	Feb 6, 1865	He bravely jumped between the lines and rescued a wounded comrade who was about to be burned in the brush.
—	DeLavie, Hiram H.Hiram H. De Lavie	Army	Sergeant	11th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Five Forks, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Dempster, JohnJohn Dempster	Navy	Coxswain	USS New Ironsides	Aboard USS New Ironsides, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	Dec 1864 – Jan 1865	He served on board the USS New Ironsides during several attacks on Fort Fisher.
—	Denig, J. HenryJ. Henry Denig	Marine Corps	Sergeant	USS Brooklyn	Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Brooklyn during the action against rebel forts and gunboats.
—	Denning, LorenzoLorenzo Denning	Navy	Landsman	U.S. Picket Boat No. 1	Aboard U.S. Picket Boat No. 1	October 27, 1864	He served on a picket boat that attacked the Confederate ship Albemarle. The boat got past enemy guards and exploded a torpedo under the Albemarle, destroying the picket boat.
—	Dennis, RichardRichard Dennis	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Brooklyn	Aboard USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Brooklyn during successful attacks in Mobile Bay.
—	Densmore, WilliamWilliam Densmore	Navy	Chief Boatswain's Mate	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	As a gun captain, he fought his gun with skill and courage for two furious hours, even after his ship was damaged and men were lost.
—	Depuy, Charles H.Charles H. De Puy	Army	First Sergeant	1st Michigan Volunteer Sharpshooters Regiment -	Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	Being an experienced artilleryman, he helped General Bartlett operate the cannons of the damaged fort.
Richard W. DeWitt	Dewitt, Richard W.Richard W. DeWitt	Army	Corporal	47th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
Luigi P. di Cesnola	Dicesnola, Luigi P.Luigi P. di Cesnola	Army	Colonel	4th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Aldie, Virginia	Jun 17, 1863	Even though he was under arrest, he rallied his men and joined a second charge without a weapon. Because of his bravery, he was released from arrest. He continued fighting until he was badly wounded and captured.
William D. Dickey	Dickey, William D.William D. Dickey	Army	Captain	15th New York Heavy Artillery Regiment	Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Jun 17, 1864	He refused to leave the battlefield, staying in command after being wounded by a shell, and led his command in the attack the next day.
—	Dickie, DavidDavid Dickie	Army	Sergeant	Company A – 97th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during a charge by a volunteer storming party.
Bartholomew Diggins	Diggins, BartholomewBartholomew Diggins	Navy	Ordinary Seaman	USS Hartford	Aboard USS Hartford, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the flagship USS Hartford during the action in Mobile Bay.
Hubert Dilger	Dilger, HubertHubert Dilger	Army	Captain	Battery I, 1st Ohio Volunteer Light Artillery	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 2, 1863	He fought his cannons until the enemy was upon him. Then, with one cannon pulled by hand, he formed the rear guard and kept the enemy away with rapid fire, being the last man to retreat.
Michael A. Dillon	Dillon, Michael A.Michael A. Dillon	Army	Private	2nd New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia and Battle of Oak Grove, Virginia	May 5, 1862 and Jun 25, 1862	He showed bravery in pushing back the enemy's charge on a cannon battery at Williamsburg. At Oak Grove, he crawled outside the lines and brought back important information.
—	Ditzenback, JohnJohn Ditzenback	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Neosho	Aboard USS Neosho	December 6, 1864	He served on board the U.S. Monitor Neosho during the fight with enemy cannons at Bells Mills.
—	Dockum, Warren C.Warren C. Dockum	Army	Private	121st New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured the flag of the Savannah Guards (Confederate) after two other men had been killed trying.
—	Dodd, Robert F.Robert F. Dodd	Army	Private	27th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	While serving as an orderly, he voluntarily helped carry wounded soldiers from the area in front of the crater, even though he was under heavy fire.
—	Dodds, Edward E.Edward E. Dodds	Army	Sergeant	21st New York Volunteer Cavalry	Ashby Gap, Virginia	Jul 19, 1864	He risked his life to rescue his wounded captain and carried him from the field to safety.
—	Dolloff, Charles W.Charles W. Dolloff	Army	Corporal	1st Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Donaldson, John P.John P. Donaldson	Army	Sergeant	4th Pennsylvania Cavalry	Battle of Appomattox Courthouse, Virginia	Apr 9, 1865	He captured the flag of the 4th Virginia Cavalry (Confederate).
—	Donnelly, JohnJohn Donnelly	Navy	Ordinary Seaman	USS Metacomet	Aboard USS Metacomet, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	As part of a boat crew, he bravely went to rescue crewmen from another ship that was hit by a torpedo, under heavy enemy fire, saving 10 lives.
—	Donoghue, TimothyTimothy Donoghue	Army	Private	69th New York Infantry	Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia	Dec 13, 1862	He voluntarily carried a wounded officer off the field from between the lines; while doing this, he was wounded himself.
—	Doody, Patrick H.Patrick H. Doody	Army	Corporal	164th New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia	Jun 7, 1864	After a successful scouting mission, he bravely led skirmishers in a night attack, charging the enemy and allowing engineers to build defenses.
—	Doolen, WilliamWilliam Doolen	Navy	Coal Heaver	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was on board the USS Richmond during the action against rebel forts and gunboats.
—	Doré, George H.George H. Doré	Army	Sergeant	126th New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	When the flags were knocked down by a shell during an enemy charge, he rushed out and grabbed them, exposing himself to fire from both sides.
—	Dorley, AugustAugust Dorley	Army	Private	1st Louisiana Cavalry Regiment	Mount Pleasant, Ala.	Apr 11, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
John Henry Dorman	Dorman, John HenryJohn Henry Dorman	Navy	Seaman	USS Carondelet	Aboard USS Carondelet, Battle of Fort Henry and Siege of Vicksburg	February 6, 1862 and May 22, 1863	He bravely performed his duties throughout the actions of the Carondelet. Even though wounded several times, he always returned to duty and was a constant example of devotion to the flag.
Daniel A. Dorsey	Dorsey, Daniel A.Daniel A. Dorsey	Army	Corporal	33rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Great Locomotive Chase, Ga.	Apr 1862	He was one of 19 men who went deep into enemy territory to capture a train and try to destroy bridges.
—	Dorsey, DecaturDecatur Dorsey	Army	Sergeant	39th United States Colored Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	He carried the regimental flags while under fire.
Allan H. Dougall	Dougall, Allan H.Allan H. Dougall	Army	First Lieutenant and Adjutant	88th Indiana Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Bentonville, North Carolina	Mar 19, 1865	Under heavy enemy fire, he voluntarily returned to where the flag bearer had fallen wounded and saved his regiment's flag from capture.
—	Dougherty, MichaelMichael Dougherty	Army	Private	13th Pennsylvania Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Jefferson, Virginia	Oct 12, 1863	He and his comrades bravely dashed across an open field under deadly enemy fire to dislodge the enemy from a house, which they defended for hours, stopping the enemy from flanking Union forces.
—	Dougherty, PatrickPatrick Dougherty	Navy	Landsman	USS Lackawanna	Aboard USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He bravely kept supplying powder to his gun even after the powder box was damaged under heavy enemy fire. He also helped in the attacks on Fort Morgan and the capture of the enemy ship Tennessee.
—	Dow, George P.George P. Dow	Army	Sergeant	7th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry	near Richmond, Virginia	Oct 1864	He showed great bravery while commanding his company during a scouting mission towards Richmond.
—	Dow, HenryHenry Dow	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Cincinnati	Aboard USS Cincinnati, Operations against Vicksburg	May 27, 1863	He served on board the USS Cincinnati during the attack on Vicksburg and when it sank.
—	Downey, WilliamWilliam Downey	Army	Private	4th Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Ashepoo River, S.C.	May 24, 1864	He volunteered as a member of a boat crew that rescued many Union soldiers from a stranded steamer, bravely helping them to shore under heavy fire from a Confederate battery.
—	Downs, Henry W.Henry W. Downs	Army	Sergeant	8th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Opequon, Virginia	Sep 19, 1864	He and a comrade voluntarily crossed an open field under heavy fire to bring back ammunition, and successfully did it again shortly after.
James M. Drake	Drake, James M.James M. Drake	Army	Second Lieutenant	9th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Port Walthall Junction, Virginia	May 6, 1864	He commanded the skirmish line at the front and held his position all day and night.
—	Drury, JamesJames Drury	Army	Sergeant	4th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Jerusalem Plank Road, Virginia	Jun 23, 1864	He saved his regiment's flags when it was surrounded by a much larger enemy force, after most of his regiment had been killed or captured.
—	Duffey, JohnJohn Duffey	Army	Private	Company B, 4th Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Ashepoo River, S.C.	May 24, 1864	He volunteered as a member of a boat crew that rescued many Union soldiers from a stranded steamer, bravely helping them to shore under heavy fire from a Confederate battery.
—	Duncan, AdamAdam Duncan	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Richmond	Aboard USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	As a gun captain, he fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the long battle, even after his ship was damaged and men were lost.
—	Duncan, James K. L.James K. L. Duncan	Navy	Ordinary Seaman	USS Fort Hindman	Aboard USS Fort Hindman	March 2, 1864	He served on board the USS Fort Hindman during the engagement near Harrisonburg, Louisiana.
James Dunlavy	Dunlavy, JamesJames Dunlavy	Army	Private	3rd Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Osage, Kans.	Oct 25, 1864	He showed great bravery in capturing General Marmaduke.
—	Dunn, WilliamWilliam Dunn	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Monadnock	Aboard USS Monadnock, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	Dec 1864 – Jan 1865	He was on board the USS Monadnock during several attacks on Fort Fisher.
—	Dunne, JamesJames Dunne	Army	Corporal	Chicago Mercantile Battery, Illinois Volunteer Light Artillery	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He and others carried a cannon by hand up to and fired it through an opening in the enemy's defenses.
Richard D. Dunphy	Dunphy, Richard D.Richard D. Dunphy	Navy	Coal Heaver	USS Hartford	Aboard USS Hartford, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	With his ship under terrible enemy shellfire, he performed his duties with skill and courage throughout the fierce battle.
Henry A. du Pont	DuPont, Henry A.Henry A. du Pont	Army	Captain	5th Regiment, U.S. Artillery	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He showed distinguished bravery and voluntarily exposed himself to enemy fire at a critical moment, encouraging his men to stay at their cannons, stopping the enemy's advance, and saving most of his cannons.
—	Durham, James R.James R. Durham	Army	Second Lieutenant	12th West Virginia Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Second Battle of Winchester, Virginia	Jun 14, 1863	He led his command over a stone wall, where he was wounded.
—	Durham, JohnJohn Durham	Army	Sergeant	1st Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment (3 Years)	Battle of Perryville, Ky.	Oct 8, 1862	He grabbed his regiment's flag when the flag sergeant was shot and advanced with the flag between the lines, under a shower of bullets, until his commanding officer stopped him.

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Picture	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/Command	Where it happened	When it happened	What they did
—	Eckes, John N.John N. Eckes	Army	Private	Company E, 47th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during the charge of the volunteer storming party.
Samuel E. Eddy	Eddy, Samuel E.Samuel E. Eddy	Army	Private	Company D, 37th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He saved the life of his regiment's adjutant by voluntarily going beyond the line and killing an enemy soldier.
Nathan H. Edgerton	Edgerton, Nathan H.Nathan H. Edgerton	Army	First Lieutenant and Adjutant	6th Regiment United States Colored Troops	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by picking up the flag after three flag bearers were shot down and carrying it forward, even though he was wounded.
—	Edwards, DavidDavid Edwards	Army	Private	Company H, 146th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Five Forks, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by capturing a flag.
—	Edwards, JohnJohn Edwards	Navy	Captain of the Top	USS Lackawanna	Aboard USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He was wounded when an enemy shell hit, but he refused to go below for help. He took the place of the first gun captain and continued his duties during the long battle.
Alexander Calvin Elliott	Elliott, Alexander CalvinAlexander Calvin Elliott	Army	Sergeant	Company A, 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry	Paines Crossroads, Virginia	Apr 5, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by capturing a flag.
Russell C. Elliott	Elliott, Russell C.Russell C. Elliott	Army	Sergeant	Company B, 3rd Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry	Natchitoches, Louisiana	Apr 19, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by charging alone and capturing a Confederate officer who was ahead of his command.
—	Ellis, HoraceHorace Ellis	Army	Private	Company A, 7th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia	Aug 21, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by capturing the flag of the 16th Mississippi (Confederate).
—	Ellis, WilliamWilliam Ellis	Army	First Sergeant	Company K, 3rd Wisconsin Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Dardanelle, Arkansas	January 14, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by staying at his post after being wounded three times, only leaving when ordered after being wounded a fourth time.
Thomas Foulds Ellsworth	Ellsworth, Thomas FouldsThomas Foulds Ellsworth	Army	Captain	Company B, 55th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Honey Hill	Nov 30, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by carrying his wounded commanding officer from the field under heavy fire.
James M. Elson	Elson, James M.James M. Elson	Army	Sergeant	Company C, 9th Iowa Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed amazing heroism by carrying the flags ahead of his regiment and was shot down while trying to plant them on the enemy's defenses. His name was misspelled on the award.
Andrew H. Embler	Embler, Andrew H.Andrew H. Embler	Army	Captain	Company D, 59th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Boydton Plank Road, Virginia	Oct 27, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by leading two regiments in a charge that drove back the enemy, gained a hill, and forced through a barricade.
Richard Enderlin	Enderlin, RichardRichard Enderlin	Army	Musician	Company B, 73rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 1, 1863 – Jul 3, 1863	He showed amazing heroism by voluntarily taking a rifle and fighting as a soldier for the first two days of the battle. He also risked his life to go into enemy lines at night under fire to rescue a wounded comrade.
—	Engle, James EdgarJames Edgar Engle	Army	Sergeant	97th Pennsylvania Infantry	Bermuda Hundred Campaign, Virginia	May 18, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by volunteering to carry ammunition to the front lines under heavy enemy fire and staying to distribute it.
Edmund English	English, EdmundEdmund English	Army	First Sergeant	Company C, 2nd New Jersey Volunteer Infantry	Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia	May 6, 1864	He showed amazing heroism during a retreat. Even though ordered to fall back, he grabbed the flags, rallied the men, and drove the enemy back.
—	English, ThomasThomas English	Navy	Signal Quartermaster	USS New Ironsides	Aboard USS New Ironsides, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	Dec 1864 – Jan 1865	He showed amazing heroism by serving on the USS New Ironsides during attacks on Fort Fisher. He helped the ship lead the ironclad division, causing fires and explosions, and continued to fight bravely even under severe weather.
—	Ennis, Charles D.Charles D. Ennis	Army	Private	Battery G, 1st Rhode Island Volunteer Light Artillery	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by being one of 20 artillerymen who volunteered to join an infantry attack and turn captured cannons on the enemy.
—	Erickson, John P.John P. Erickson	Navy	Captain of the Forecastle	USS Pontoosuc	Aboard USS Pontoosuc, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher	Dec 24, 1864 – Feb 22, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by faithfully performing his duties. He was severely wounded in the attack on Fort Fisher but was praised for his bravery, skill, and calmness under enemy fire.
—	Estes, Lewellyn G.Lewellyn G. Estes	Army	Captain and Assistant Adjutant General	1st Maine Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Flint River, Ga.	Aug 30, 1864	He voluntarily led troops in a charge over a burning bridge.
—	Evans, Coron D.Coron D. Evans	Army	Private	Company A, 3rd Indiana Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured the flag of the 26th Virginia Infantry (Confederate).
Ira H. Evans	Evans, Ira H.Ira H. Evans	Army	Captain	116th Regiment Infantry U.S. Colored Troops	Hatchers Run, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He voluntarily went between the lines under heavy enemy fire and got important information.
—	Evans, James R.James R. Evans	Army	Private	62nd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia	May 5, 1864	He went out in front of the line under fierce fire and, facing the rapidly advancing enemy, rescued the regimental flag after the flag bearer had fallen.
—	Evans, ThomasThomas Evans	Army	Private	54th Pennsylvania Infantry	Battle of Piedmont, Virginia	Jun 5, 1864	He captured the flag of the 45th Virginia (Confederate).
—	Everson, AdelbertAdelbert Everson	Army	Private	185th New York Infantry	Battle of Five Forks, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Ewing, John C.John C. Ewing	Army	Private	211th Pennsylvania Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.

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      This along with the *, indicates that the Medal of Honor was awarded posthumously

Picture	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/Command	Where it happened	When it happened	What they did
—	Falconer, John A.John A. Falconer	Army	Corporal	Company A, 17th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Fort Sanders, Siege of Knoxville, Tenn.	Nov 20, 1863	He bravely led a "burning party" to burn a house that sheltered enemy sharpshooters, helping a dangerous mission succeed.
Charles S. Fall	Fall, Charles S.Charles S. Fall	Army	Sergeant	Company E, 26th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He was one of the first to climb the Confederate defenses, where he fought two enemies with a bayonet and captured a Confederate flag, but threw it away to keep chasing the enemy.
Thomas T. Fallon	Fallon, Thomas T.Thomas T. Fallon	Army	Private	37th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia, Battle of Fair Oaks, Virginia, and Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, Georgia.	May 1862 and Jun 1864	He helped push back rebel skirmishers at Williamsburg. He also participated in the battle at Fair Oaks even though he was sick. At Kennesaw Mountain, he was the first man on the enemy's defenses during a charge.
Benjamin F. Falls	Falls, BenjaminBenjamin Falls*	Army	Color Sergeant	Company A, 19th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	He showed amazing heroism by capturing a flag.
—	Fanning, NicholasNicholas Fanning	Army	Private	Company B, 4th Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Selma, Ala.	Apr 2, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by capturing a silk Confederate States flag and two staff officers.
—	Farley, WilliamWilliam Farley	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Marblehead	Aboard USS Marblehead Battle of Legareville	December 25, 1863	He showed amazing heroism by bravely encouraging his men and keeping up a fast and effective fire on the enemy, which made the enemy abandon their positions.
Herbert E. Farnsworth	Farnsworth, Herbert E.Herbert E. Farnsworth	Army	Sergeant Major	10th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Trevilian Station, Virginia	Jun 11, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by voluntarily carrying a message that stopped a Union battery from firing on his regiment. He crossed a ridge in plain view, under fire from both armies.
John M. Farquhar	Farquhar, John M.John M. Farquhar	Army	Sergeant Major	89th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Stones River, Tenn.	Dec 31, 1862	When his army's right side broke, he showed amazing heroism by rallying soldiers from other units and organizing his own regiment, stopping the Confederate advance until a new line was formed.
Edward Farrell	Farrell, EdwardEdward Farrell	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Owasco	Aboard USS Owasco, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip	April 24, 1862	He showed amazing heroism by observing and reporting the effects of Union guns from the masthead, showing great intelligence, calmness, and skill.
Charles H. Fasnacht	Fasnacht, Charles H.Charles H. Fasnacht	Army	Sergeant	Company A, 99th Pennsylvania Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by being one of the first to climb the Confederate defenses, where he fought hand-to-hand and captured the flag of the 2nd Louisiana Tigers (Confederate).
John B. Fassett	Fassett, John B.John B. Fassett	Army	Captain	Company F, 23rd Pennsylvania Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 2, 1863	While serving as an aide, he showed amazing heroism by voluntarily leading a regiment to help a cannon battery and recaptured its cannons from the enemy.
Albert E. Fernald	Fernald, Albert E.Albert E. Fernald	Army	First Lieutenant	Company F, 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Five Forks, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by grabbing the flag of the 9th Virginia Infantry (Confederate) during a fight.
John H. Ferrell	Ferrell, John H.John H. Ferrell	Navy	Civilian pilot	USS Neosho	Aboard USS Neosho	December 6, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by bravely leaving the pilothouse after the ship's flags were shot away and tying the flag to the remaining mast, even though the ship was still under heavy enemy fire.
—	Ferrier, Daniel T.Daniel T. Ferrier	Army	Sergeant	Company K, 2nd Indiana Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Varnells Station, Ga.	May 9, 1864	While his regiment was retreating, he showed amazing heroism by voluntarily giving his horse to his brigade commander, who was in danger of being captured, allowing him to rally the troops. Sergeant Ferrier was captured but escaped and rejoined Union lines.
Eugene W. Ferris	Ferris, Eugene W.Eugene W. Ferris	Army	Captain and Adjutant	Company D, 30th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Berryville, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by bravely fighting off an attack by five of Mosby's cavalry with only an orderly. He wounded three of them and escaped, even though he was wounded himself.
Frank E. Fesq	Fesq, Frank E.Frank E. Fesq	Army	Private	40th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by capturing the flag of the 18th North Carolina (Confederate) inside the enemy's defenses.
Henry S. Finkenbiner	Finkenbiner, Henry S.Henry S. Finkenbiner	Army	Private	Company D, 107th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Dingle's Mill, South Carolina	April 9, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by crossing a burning bridge under direct enemy artillery fire to find out the enemy's position.
—	Fisher, John H.John H. Fisher	Army	First Lieutenant	55th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during the charge of the volunteer storming party.
Joseph Fisher	Fisher, JosephJoseph Fisher	Army	Corporal	Company C, 61st Pennsylvania Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by carrying the flags 50 yards ahead of his regiment. After being painfully wounded, he tried to crawl into the enemy's defenses to plant his flag there.
—	Fitzpatrick, ThomasThomas Fitzpatrick	Navy	Coxswain	USS Hartford	Aboard USS Hartford, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He showed amazing heroism as Captain of the No. 1 gun. Even after being hit by splinters and his gun disabled, he quickly got the gun working again and continued fighting, inspiring his crew.
—	Flanagan, Augustin D.Augustin D. Flanagan	Army	Sergeant	Company A, 55th Pennsylvania Infantry	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by bravely charging the enemy's defenses with the flags and calling for his men to follow him, but was severely wounded.
—	Flannigan, JamesJames Flannigan	Army	Private	Company H, 2nd Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Nolensville, Tenn.	Feb 15, 1863	He showed amazing heroism as one of 16 men who bravely defended a wagon train against 125 cavalry, pushing back the attack and saving the train.
Christian A. Fleetwood	Fleetwood, Christian A.Christian A. Fleetwood	Army	Sergeant Major	4th Regiment United States Colored Troops	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by grabbing the flags after two flag bearers were shot down and bravely carried them through the fight.
—	Flood, Thomas S.Thomas S. Flood	Navy	Pilot	USS Pensacola	Aboard USS Pensacola, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip	April 24, 1862 and April 25, 1862	He showed amazing heroism by returning to the bridge after being swept off by a shell, taking over duties, and piloting the ship with calmness and accuracy.
—	Flynn, ChristopherChristopher Flynn	Army	Corporal	14th Connecticut Infantry Regiment	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	He showed amazing heroism by capturing the flag of the 52nd North Carolina Infantry (Confederate).
James E. Flynn	Flynn, James E.James E. Flynn	Army	Sergeant	Company G, 6th Missouri Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during the charge of the volunteer storming party.
Joseph L. Follett	Follett, Joseph L.Joseph L. Follett	Army	Sergeant	Battery G, 1st Missouri Light Artillery	Battle of Island Number Ten, New Madrid, Mo. and Battle of Stones River, Tenn.	Mar 3, 1862 and Dec 31, 1862	He showed amazing heroism by staying on duty even after being severely wounded. At Stone River, he was captured while getting ammunition but escaped, got the ammunition, and supplied the batteries in less than an hour.
Manning F. Force	Force, Manning F.Manning F. Force	Army	Brigadier General	20th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Atlanta, Ga.	Jul 22, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by charging the enemy's defenses and defending his position against attacks until he was severely wounded.
—	Ford, George W.George W. Ford	Army	First Lieutenant	88th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by capturing a flag.
—	Forman, Alexander A.Alexander A. Forman	Army	Corporal	Company E, 7th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Fair Oaks, Virginia	May 31, 1862	He showed amazing heroism by continuing to fight even after being wounded, until he fainted from blood loss.
Frederick W. Fout	Fout, Frederick W.Frederick W. Fout	Army	Second Lieutenant	15th Independent Battery, Indiana Light Artillery	near Harpers Ferry, W. Va.	Sep 15, 1862	He showed amazing heroism by voluntarily gathering the men of the battery, manning the cannons that had been ordered abandoned, and keeping up fire on the enemy until after the surrender.
Henry Fox	Fox, HenryHenry Fox	Army	Sergeant	106th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	near Jackson, Tenn.	Dec 23, 1862	When his command was surrounded, he showed amazing heroism by voluntarily leaving cover, crossing an open railway bridge under heavy fire, and getting reinforcements to help his command.
—	Fox, Henry M.Henry M. Fox	Army	Sergeant	5th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Opequon, Virginia	Sep 19, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by capturing a flag.
Nicholas Fox	Fox, NicholasNicholas Fox	Army	Private	Company H, 28th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Siege of Port Hudson, Louisiana	Jun 14, 1863	He showed amazing heroism by making two trips across an open area under heavy enemy fire to get water for the sick and wounded.
—	Fox, William R.William R. Fox	Army	Private	Company A, 95th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by bravely helping capture an enemy cannon. He was among the first troops to enter the city and captured the flag of the Confederate customhouse.
—	Foy, Charles H.Charles H. Foy	Navy	Signal Quartermaster	USS Rhode Island	Aboard USS Rhode Island, Second Battle of Fort Fisher	January 13, 1865 – January 15, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by bravely performing his duties and showing good conduct and faithful service throughout the battle, which resulted in many casualties during the attempt to storm Fort Fisher.
—	Franks, William J.William J. Franks	Navy	Seaman	USS Marmora (1862)	Aboard USS Marmora (1862), Yazoo City, Mississippi	Mar 5, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by landing with a cannon and crew in the middle of a heated battle. He bravely stayed by his gun, even though the gun carriage was cut by enemy fire, and helped turn back the enemy.
Joseph Frantz	Frantz, JosephJoseph Frantz	Army	Private	Company E, 83rd Indiana Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during the charge of the volunteer storming party.
William W. Fraser	Fraser, William W.William W. Fraser	Army	Private	Company I, 97th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during the charge of the volunteer storming party. (His last name is sometimes spelled "Frazier").
Archibald C. Freeman	Freeman, Archibald C.Archibald C. Freeman	Army	Private	124th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by capturing the flag of the 17th Louisiana (Confederate).
Henry B. Freeman	Freeman, Henry B.Henry B. Freeman	Army	First Lieutenant	18th U.S. Infantry Regiment	Battle of Stones River, Tenn.	Dec 31, 1862	He showed amazing heroism by voluntarily going to the front lines to pick up and carry a wounded officer to safety under heavy enemy fire, stopping him from falling into enemy hands.
Martin Freeman	Freeman, MartinMartin Freeman	Navy	Civilian pilot	USS Hartford	Aboard USS Hartford, Battle of Mobile Bay	August 5, 1864	He showed amazing heroism as a pilot. With his ship under terrible enemy shellfire, he calmly stayed at his station and skillfully guided the ships into the bay. He provided brave service throughout the long battle.
William H. Freeman	Freeman, William H.William H. Freeman	Army	Private	Company B, 169th New York Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by volunteering to carry the brigade flag after the bearer was wounded.
Samuel S. French	French, Samuel S.Samuel S. French	Army	Private	Company E, 7th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Seven Pines, Virginia	May 31, 1862	He showed amazing heroism by continuing to fight even after being wounded, until he fainted from blood loss.
Franz Frey	Frey, FranzFranz Frey	Army	Corporal	Company H, 37th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during the charge of the volunteer storming party.
Jacob G. Frick	Frick, Jacob G.Jacob G. Frick	Army	Colonel	129th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Fredericksburg, Virginia and Chancellorsville, Virginia	December 13, 1862 and May 3, 1863	He showed amazing heroism by grabbing the flags and leading his command through terrible cannon and musketry fire. In a hand-to-hand fight at Chancellorsville, he recaptured his regiment's flags.
—	Frisbee, John B.John B. Frisbee	Navy	Gunner's Mate	USS Pinola	Aboard USS Pinola, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip	April 24, 1862	He showed amazing heroism by bravely closing the powder magazine, which was set on fire by enemy shelling, cutting off his escape route, and setting a high example of bravery.
Henry F. Frizzell	Frizzell, Henry F.Henry F. Frizzell	Army	Private	6th Missouri Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Miss.	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery during the charge of the volunteer storming party. (His last name is sometimes spelled "Frazell").
Isaac N. Fry	Fry, Isaac N.Isaac N. Fry	Marine Corps	Orderly Sergeant	USS Ticonderoga	Aboard USS Ticonderoga, Second Battle of Fort Fisher	January 13, 1865 – January 15, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by performing his duties with skill and courage as the USS Ticonderoga fired on enemy batteries. He helped plant the flag on one of the strongest enemy forts.
Frederick Füger	Füger, FrederickFrederick Füger	Army	Sergeant	Battery A, 4th U.S. Artillery	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	After all his battery's officers were killed or wounded and five cannons disabled, he took command and fought the remaining cannon with amazing bravery until ordered to retreat.
West Funk	Funk, WestWest Funk	Army	Major	121st Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Appomattox Courthouse, Virginia	Apr 9, 1865	He showed amazing heroism by capturing the flag of the 46th Virginia Infantry (Confederate).
Chester S. Furman	Furman, Chester S.Chester S. Furman	Army	Corporal	Company A, 6th Pennsylvania Reserves	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 2, 1863	He showed amazing heroism by being one of six volunteers who charged a log house where enemy sharpshooters were hiding, forcing them to surrender.
Frank Furness	Furness, FrankFrank Furness	Army	Captain	6th Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Trevilian Station, Virginia	Jun 12, 1864	He showed amazing heroism by voluntarily carrying a box of ammunition across an open area swept by enemy fire to help an outpost whose ammunition was almost gone, allowing them to hold their important position.

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