List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: T–Z facts for kids

The American Civil War was a tough time in American history. During this war, many brave soldiers and sailors showed incredible courage. This list tells you about some of these heroes, whose last names start with T through Z. They were awarded the Medal of Honor, the highest award for bravery in the United States. Many of these awards were given for capturing or saving regimental flags. These flags were super important! They were like a unit's heart, guiding their movements and helping soldiers know where to rally. Losing a flag could cause a lot of confusion, sometimes even more than losing a commanding officer.

The Medal of Honor

The Medal of Honor is the highest military award given by the United States government. It's given to a member of the U.S. armed forces who shows amazing bravery. This means they act with great courage and fearlessness. They must risk their life far beyond what's expected. This happens while they are fighting against an enemy of the United States. Because of how dangerous these actions are, the medal is often given after the person has died.

Recipients are listed alphabetically by their last name. If a person received the medal after they died, it's marked with an asterisk (*).

      This, along with the *, means the Medal of Honor was given after the person died.

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Image	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/command	Place of action	Date of action	Notes
William L. S. Tabor	Tabor, William L. S.William L. S. Tabor	Army	E-01Private	Company K, 15th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Port Hudson, Louisiana	Jul 1863	He bravely went into enemy fire to help protect his friends.
Charles A. Taggart	Taggart, Charles A.Charles A. Taggart	Army	E-01Private	Company B, 37th Massachusetts Infantry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Talbott, WilliamWilliam Talbott	Navy	Captain of the Forecastle	USS Louisville	USS Louisville (1861)	Jan 10, 1863 – Jan 11, 1863	He served bravely during the capture of the Arkansas post.
—	Tallentine, JamesJames Tallentine*	Navy	Quarter Gunner	USS Tacony	USS Tacony (1863)	October 31, 1864	He served as a quarter gunner during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina.
—	Tanner, Charles B.Charles B. Tanner	Army	O-01Second Lieutenant	Company H, 1st Delaware Infantry	Battle of Antietam, Maryland	Sep 17, 1862	He carried off his regiment's flag after all nine color guards were killed or wounded. He was also wounded three times.
Anthony Taylor	Taylor, AnthonyAnthony Taylor	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Company A, 15th Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Chickamauga, Georgia	Sep 20, 1863	He held out with a small group against many enemy soldiers.
Forrester L. Taylor	Taylor, Forrester L.Forrester L. Taylor	Army	O-03Captain	Company H, 23rd New Jersey Infantry Regiment	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 3, 1863	He showed great bravery in battle.
—	Taylor, GeorgeGeorge Taylor	Navy	Armorer	USS Lackawanna	USS Lackawanna (1862) Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Alabama	Aug 5, 1864	He served on board the USS Lackawanna during successful attacks in Mobile Bay.
Henry H. Taylor	Taylor, Henry H.Henry H. Taylor	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company C, 45th Illinois Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	Jun 25, 1863	He was the first to put the Union flag on the enemy's defenses.
Joseph Taylor	Taylor, JosephJoseph Taylor	Army	E-01Private	Company E, 7th Rhode Island Infantry Regiment	Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia	Aug 18, 1864	Alone, he captured three enemy pickets.
Richard Taylor	Taylor, RichardRichard Taylor	Army	E-01Private	Company E, 18th Indiana Infantry Regiment	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.
—	Taylor, ThomasThomas Taylor	Navy	Coxswain	USS Metacomet	USS MetacometFort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Alabama	Aug 5, 1864	He encouraged his gun crew when their officer showed fear, even as his ship was heavily damaged.
William Taylor	Taylor, WilliamWilliam Taylor	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company H, 1st Maryland Infantry Regiment	Battle of Front Royal, Virginia and Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia	May 23, 1862 and Aug 19, 1864	He burned a bridge while wounded to stop the enemy. Later, he volunteered for a dangerous scouting mission and was captured.
—	Taylor, William G.William G. Taylor	Navy	Captain of the Forecastle	USS Ticonderoga	USS TiconderogaFirst Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Dec 24, 1864 – Dec 25, 1864	He performed his duties calmly and skillfully during attacks on Fort Fisher, even after a deadly explosion on his ship.
—	Terry, John D.John D. Terry	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company E, 23rd Massachusetts Infantry Regiment	New Bern, North Carolina	Mar 14, 1862	He was in the thick of the fight and kept encouraging his men even after losing a leg.
Benjamin Thackrah	Thackrah, BenjaminBenjamin Thackrah	Army	E-01Private	Company H, 115th New York Infantry	Near Fort Gates, Fla.	Apr 1, 1864	He volunteered to surprise and capture an enemy picket.
—	Thatcher, Charles M.Charles M. Thatcher	Army	E-01Private	Company B, 1st Michigan Volunteer Sharpshooters Regiment	Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	He kept fighting the enemy even after his position was captured, until he was taken prisoner.
Sidney W. Thaxter	Thaxter, Sidney W.Sidney W. Thaxter	Army	O-04Major	1st Maine Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, Virginia	Oct 27, 1864	He bravely stayed and fought in battle even though his service time was over.
—	Thielberg, HenryHenry Thielberg	Navy	Seaman	USS Mount Washington	USS Mount Washington	April 14, 1863	He volunteered to observe enemy movements from a dangerous spot, staying there even when shells exploded near him.
Hampton S. Thomas	Thomas, Hampton S.Hampton S. Thomas	Army	O-04Major	1st Pennsylvania Veteran Cavalry Regiment	Amelia Springs, Virginia	Apr 5, 1865	He showed great bravery in capturing a battery and battle flags, and destroying enemy supplies. He lost a leg in this action.
Stephen Thomas	Thomas, StephenStephen Thomas	Army	O-06Colonel	8th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He fought bravely in a hand-to-hand battle, stopping the enemy's advance.
—	Thompkins, George W.George W. Thompkins	Army	E-04Corporal	Company F, 125th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Fort Stedman, Petersburg, Virginia	Mar 25, 1865	He captured the flag of the 49th Alabama Infantry from an enemy officer.
Allen Thompson	Thompson, AllenAllen Thompson	Army	E-01Private	Company I, 4th New York Heavy Artillery Regiment	White Oak Road, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He bravely scouted ahead through difficult terrain, guiding his troops through obstacles.
Charles A. Thompson	Thompson, Charles A.Charles A. Thompson	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company D, 17th Michigan Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	When his regiment was surrounded, he fought alone for the colors and refused to give them up.
—	Thompson, Freeman C.Freeman C. Thompson	Army	E-04Corporal	Company F, 116th Ohio Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He was knocked down twice while trying to enter Fort Gregg, but on his third try, he fought his way in.
—	Thompson, Henry A.Henry A. Thompson	Marine Corps	E-01Private	USS Minnesota	Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	USS Minnesota Jan 15, 1865	He advanced closer to Fort Fisher than anyone else from his ship, even under heavy fire. He stayed with his party until dark, bringing back the wounded and supplies.
—	Thompson, James H.James H. Thompson	Army	Surgeon	U.S. Volunteers	New Bern, North Carolina	Mar 14, 1862	He bravely scouted the enemy's position and delivered orders under heavy fire.
James B. Thompson	Thompson, James B.James B. Thompson	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company G, 1st Pennsylvania Rifles, "Bucktails"	Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania	Jul 3, 1863	He captured the flag of the 15th Georgia Infantry.
James G. Thompson	Thompson, James G.James G. Thompson	Army	E-01Private	Company K, 4th New York Heavy Artillery Regiment	White Oak Road, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He bravely scouted ahead through difficult terrain, guiding his troops through obstacles.
—	Thompson, JohnJohn Thompson	Army	E-04Corporal	Company C, 1st Maryland Infantry	Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia	Feb 6, 1865	As the flag bearer, he bravely went ahead of his regiment and planted his flag on the enemy's defenses.
Thomas W. Thompson	Thompson, Thomas W.Thomas W. Thompson	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company A, 66th Ohio Infantry	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 2, 1863	He was part of a group of four who bravely brought a wounded Confederate officer into Union lines under fire. This officer gave valuable information.
—	Thompson, WilliamWilliam Thompson	Navy	Signal Quartermaster	USS Mohican	USS Mohican Forts Beauregard and Walker on Hilton Head	November 7, 1861	He bravely steered his ship under enemy fire. He was wounded but stayed at his post until he collapsed from blood loss.
—	Thompson, William P.William P. Thompson*	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company G, 20th Indiana Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia	May 6, 1864	He captured the flag of the 55th Virginia Infantry.
Clifford Thomson	Thomson, CliffordClifford Thomson	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Company A, 1st New York Volunteer Cavalry "Lincoln Cavalry"	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 2, 1863	He volunteered to check on approaching troops, riding so close he could see the enemy's faces. He rode back safely under heavy fire, preventing a disaster.
Walter Thorn	Thorn, WalterWalter Thorn	Army	O-01Second Lieutenant	, Company G, 116th United States Colored Infantry Regiment	Dutch Gap Canal, Virginia	Jan 1, 1865	He bravely warned the picket guard of danger after a fuse to a mine was lit.
Andrew W. Tibbets	Tibbets, Andrew W.Andrew W. Tibbets	Army	E-01Private	Company I, 3rd Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Columbus, Georgia	Apr 16, 1865	He captured an enemy flag and its bearer.
William Tilton	Tilton, WilliamWilliam Tilton	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company C, 7th New Hampshire Infantry	Richmond Campaign, Virginia	1864	He showed great bravery in the field.
Eugene M. Tinkham	Tinkham, Eugene M.Eugene M. Tinkham	Army	E-04Corporal	Company H, 148th New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia	Jun 3, 1864	Even though wounded, he left safety to rescue two wounded comrades under heavy enemy fire.
—	Titus, CharlesCharles Titus	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company H, 1st New Jersey Cavalry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He was among the first to stop the enemy's counterattack.
James W. Toban	Toban, James W.James W. Toban	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company C, 9th Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Aiken, South Carolina	Feb 11, 1865	He bravely returned under enemy fire to rescue a major who had fallen from his horse.
Edward P. Tobie	Tobie, Edward P.Edward P. Tobie	Army	E-05Sergeant Major	1st Maine Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Appomattox Campaign, Virginia	Mar 29, 1865 – Apr 9, 1865	Though severely wounded twice, he refused to go to the hospital. He stayed with his regiment and performed duties for a wounded officer.
John M. Tobin	Tobin, John M.John M. Tobin	Army	O-02First Lieutenant and Adjutant	9th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment	Battle of Malvern Hill, Virginia	Jul 1, 1862	He bravely took command of his regiment, rallying them under fire. He picked up the regimental flag twice when the color bearer was shot.
—	Todd, SamuelSamuel Todd	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Brooklyn	USS Brooklyn Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Alabama	Aug 5, 1864	He performed his duties with great skill and courage during a fierce battle, even as his ship was heavily damaged.
John J. Toffey	Toffey, John J.John J. Toffey	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Company G, 33rd New Jersey Infantry Regiment	Third Battle of Chattanooga, Tennessee	November 23, 1863	Even though sick, he led a storming party and was wounded, becoming permanently disabled.
Andrew J. Tomlin	Tomlin, Andrew J.Andrew J. Tomlin	Marine Corps	E-04Corporal	USS Wabash	USS Wabash Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He bravely rescued a wounded comrade under heavy enemy fire.
—	Tompkins, Aaron B.Aaron B. Tompkins	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company G, 1st New Jersey Cavalry Regiment	Sailors Creek, Virginia	Apr 5, 1865	He charged into enemy ranks, captured a battle flag, and had his horse shot and himself cut by a saber.
Charles H. Tompkins	Tompkins, Charles H.Charles H. Tompkins	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	2nd US Cavalry Regiment	Fairfax, Virginia	Jun 1, 1861	He charged through enemy lines twice and shot an enemy captain.
—	Toohey, ThomasThomas Toohey	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company F, 24th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Second Battle of Franklin, Tennessee	Nov 30, 1864	He bravely helped work guns after most men had left them, under intense enemy fire.
—	Toomer, WilliamWilliam Toomer	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company G, 127th Illinois Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
—	Torgler, ErnstErnst Torgler	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company G, 37th Ohio Infantry	Ezra Chapel, Georgia	Jul 28, 1864	He risked his life to save his wounded commanding officer from being captured.
—	Tozier, Andrew J.Andrew J. Tozier	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company I, 20th Maine Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania	Jul 2, 1863	He stood alone in an advanced position, defending his colors with a musket and ammunition.
Amasa Tracy	Tracy, AmasaAmasa Tracy	Army	O-05Lieutenant Colonel	2nd Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He took command and led his brigade in an assault on enemy defenses.
Benjamin F. Tracy	Tracy, Benjamin F.Benjamin F. Tracy	Army	O-06Colonel	109th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia	May 6, 1864	He seized the colors and led his regiment when others had retreated, then reformed his line and held it.
Charles H. Tracy	Tracy, Charles H.Charles H. Tracy	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company A, 37th Massachusetts Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia and Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	May 12, 1864 and Apr 2, 1865	He risked his life to carry a wounded officer to safety.
William G. Tracy	Tracy, William G.William G. Tracy	Army	O-01Second Lieutenant	Company I, 122nd New York Infantry	Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia	May 2, 1863	He was sent to gather important information and returned safely, despite being surprised by a large enemy force.
Andrew Traynor	Traynor, AndrewAndrew Traynor	Army	E-04Corporal	Company D, 1st Michigan Cavalry	Mason's Hill, Virginia	Mar 16, 1864	Captured by guerrillas, he and other prisoners seized their guards' weapons, killed two guerrillas, and escaped.
Howell B. Treat	Treat, Howell B.Howell B. Treat	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company I, 52nd Ohio Infantry	Buzzard's Roost, Georgia	May 11, 1864	He risked his life to save a wounded comrade.
Henry E. Tremain	Tremain, Henry E.Henry E. Tremain	Army	O-04Major and Aide de Camp	U.S. Volunteers	Battle of Resaca, Georgia	May 15, 1864	He bravely rode between two Union brigades that were firing at each other and stopped the firing.
—	Tribe, JohnJohn Tribe	Army	E-01Private	Company G, 5th New York Cavalry	Waterloo Bridge, Virginia	Aug 25, 1862	He bravely helped burn and destroy a bridge under heavy enemy fire.
—	Tripp, OthnielOthniel Tripp	Navy	Chief Boatswain's Mate	USS Seneca	USS Seneca Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He boldly charged through a gap in the enemy's defenses despite heavy fire.
Howell G. Trogden	Trogden, Howell G.Howell G. Trogden	Army	E-01Private	Company B, 8th Missouri Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery in the charge of the "volunteer storming party." He carried his regiment's flag and tried to borrow a gun to defend it.
Edwin M. Truell	Truell, Edwin M.Edwin M. Truell	Army	E-01Private	Company E, 12th Wisconsin Infantry	Near Atlanta, Georgia	Jul 21, 1864	Though severely wounded, he stayed with his regiment until he was wounded again and lost his leg.
—	Truett, Alexander H.Alexander H. Truett	Navy	Coxswain	USS Richmond	USS Richmond Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Alabama	Aug 5, 1864	He performed his duties with skill and courage during a fierce two-hour battle, even as his ship was damaged.
—	Tucker, AllenAllen Tucker	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company F, 10th Connecticut Infantry Regiment	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He was one of the three most noticeable soldiers in the final assault.
—	Tucker, Jacob R.Jacob R. Tucker	Army	E-04Corporal	Company G, 4th Maryland Infantry Regiment	Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	He showed great bravery in action.
John Tweedale	Tweedale, JohnJohn Tweedale	Army	E-01Private	Company B, 15th Pennsylvania Cavalry	Battle of Stones River, Murfreesboro, Tennessee	Dec 31, 1862 – Jan 1, 1863	He took the colors after three color guards fell, and continued to carry them even after being knocked down.
Voltaire P. Twombly	Twombly, Voltaire P.Voltaire P. Twombly	Army	E-04Corporal	Company F, 2nd Iowa Infantry	Fort Donelson, Tennessee	Feb 15, 1862	He took the colors after three color guards fell, and continued to carry them even after being knocked down.
—	Tyrrell, George W.George W. Tyrrell	Army	E-04Corporal	Company H, 5th Ohio Infantry	Battle of Resaca, Georgia	May 14, 1864	He captured an enemy flag.

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk.

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

Image	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/command	Place of action	Date of action	Notes
George Uhrl	Uhrl, GeorgeGeorge Uhrl	Army	E-05Sergeant	Battery F, 5th Artillery Regiment	White Oak Swamp Bridge, Virginia	Jun 30, 1862	He was one of three who bravely saved a field gun from capture under heavy enemy fire.
Micheal E. Urell	Micheal E. Urell	Army	E-01Private	Company E, 82nd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Bristoe Station, Virginia	Oct 14, 1863	He showed great bravery as a flag bearer and was severely wounded.

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk.

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

Image	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/command	Place of action	Date of action	Notes
—	Vale, JohnJohn Vale	Army	E-01Private	Company H, 2nd Minnesota Infantry Regiment	Nolensville, Tennessee	Feb 15, 1863	He was one of 16 men who bravely defended a wagon train against 125 cavalry, saving it.
Wilson Vance	Vance, WilsonWilson Vance	Army	E-01Private	Company B, 21st Ohio Infantry	Battle of Stones River, Murfreesboro, Tennessee	Dec 31, 1862	He bravely rescued a wounded comrade under heavy fire while his command was retreating.
John M. Vanderslice	Vanderslice, John M.John M. Vanderslice	Army	E-01Private	Company D, 8th Pennsylvania Cavalry	Battle of Hatcher's Run, Virginia	Feb 6, 1865	He was the first to reach the enemy's rifle pits during the charge.
—	VanMatre, JosephJoseph Van Matre	Army	E-01Private	Company G, 116th Ohio Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	In the assault on Fort Gregg, he climbed onto the wall and fired into the fort.
Joseph E. Vantine	Vantine, Joseph E.Joseph E. Vantine	Navy	First Class Fireman	USS Richmond	on board USS Richmond	March 14, 1863	He bravely entered a steam-filled room to put out fires after his ship was hit, preventing a critical situation.
—	Vaughn, Pinkerton R.Pinkerton R. Vaughn	Marine Corps	E-05Sergeant	USS Mississippi	on board USS Mississippi	Mar 14, 1863	He helped his commanding officer during the abandonment of his ship, staying until everyone was safe and the ship was burned.
—	Veal, CharlesCharles Veal	Army	E-01Private	Company D, 4th United States Colored Infantry Regiment	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He seized the national colors after two flag bearers were shot down and carried them through the rest of the battle.
Moses Veale	Veale, MosesMoses Veale	Army	O-03Captain	Company F, 109th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment	Wauhatchie, Tennessee	Oct 28, 1863	He showed great courage and judgment in action. His horse was shot, and he was hit by four bullets.
Wheelock G. Veazey	Veazey, Wheelock G.Wheelock G. Veazey	Army	O-06Colonel	16th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania	Jul 3, 1863	He quickly gathered his regiment and charged the enemy, destroying a Confederate brigade with new troops.
James D. Vernay	Vernay, James D.James D. Vernay	Army	O-01Second Lieutenant	Company B, 11th Illinois Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	Apr 22, 1863	He bravely volunteered with a steamer crew that passed Confederate batteries under heavy fire.
—	Verney, James W.James W. Verney	Navy	Chief Quartermaster	USS Pontoosuc	USS Pontoosuc First and Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Dec 24, 1864 – Feb 22, 1865	He performed his duties faithfully and with cool courage during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington.
Victor Vifquain	Vifquain, VictorVictor Vifquain	Army	O-05Lieutenant Colonel	97th Illinois Infantry Regiment	Battle of Fort Blakely, Alabama	Apr 9, 1865	He captured the enemy flag.
Ernest von Vegesack	vonVegesack, ErnestErnest von Vegesack	Army	O-04Major and Aide de Camp	U.S. Volunteers	Battle of Gaines' Mill, Virginia	Jun 27, 1862	He bravely charged enemy troops under fire while serving as an aide.

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk.

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

Image	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/command	Place of action	Date of action	Notes
—	Wageman, John H.John H. Wageman	Army	E-01Private	Company I, 60th Ohio Infantry	Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Jun 17, 1864	He stayed with his unit after being severely wounded, firing all his cartridges before being carried off.
—	Wagg, MauriceMaurice Wagg	Navy	Coxswain	USS Rhode Island	USS Rhode Island	December 31, 1862	He showed great conduct while rescuing officers and crew from the sinking USS Monitor.
John W. Wagner	Wagner, John W.John W. Wagner	Army	E-04Corporal	Company F, 8th Missouri Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery in the volunteer storming party's charge.
John Wainwright	Wainwright, JohnJohn Wainwright	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Company F, 97th Pennsylvania Infantry	Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He showed great bravery in the volunteer storming party's charge.
James C. Walker	Walker, James C.James C. Walker	Army	E-01Private	Company K, 31st Ohio Infantry	Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tennessee	Nov 25, 1863	After two flag bearers fell, he seized the flag, helped capture a battery, and then captured an enemy flag and its bearer.
Mary E. Walker	Walker, Mary E.Mary E. Walker	Army	Contract Acting Assistant Surgeon (civilian)		Various	July 1861 – September 1864	She provided valuable service as a surgeon to sick and wounded soldiers. She also endured hardships as a prisoner of war.
Jerry Wall	Wall, JerryJerry Wall	Army	E-01Private	Company B, 126th New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pa.	Jul 3, 1863	He showed great bravery by capturing a flag.
Francis A. Wallar	Wallar, Francis A.Francis A. Wallar	Army	E-04Corporal	Company I, 6th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania	Jul 1, 1863	He showed great bravery by capturing the flag of the 2nd Mississippi Infantry.
William H. Walling	Walling, William H.William H. Walling	Army	O-03Captain	Company C, 142nd New York Volunteer Infantry	First Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Dec 25, 1864	He bravely captured the flag of Fort Fisher during a bombardment.
John Walsh	Walsh, JohnJohn Walsh	Army	E-04Corporal	Company D, 5th New York Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He bravely recaptured the flag of the 15th New Jersey Infantry.
George W. Walton	Walton, George W.George W. Walton	Army	E-01Private	Company C, 97th Pennsylvania Infantry	Fort Hell, Petersburg, Virginia	Aug 29, 1864	He went outside the trenches under heavy fire to rescue a wounded comrade.
Martin Wambsgan	Wambsgan, MartinMartin Wambsgan	Army	E-01Private	Company D, 90th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He bravely rushed forward to save the regimental colors after the flag bearer fell.
—	Ward, JamesJames Ward	Navy	Quarter Gunner	USS Lackawanna	USS LackawannaFort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Alabama	Aug 5, 1864	He refused to go below after being wounded, helping at a gun and staying in a dangerous position.
Nelson W. Ward	Ward, Nelson W.Nelson W. Ward	Army	E-01Private	Company M, 11th Pennsylvania Cavalry	Staunton River Bridge, Virginia	Jun 25, 1864	He volunteered for a charge and went alone under heavy fire to retrieve his captain's body.
Thomas J. Ward	Ward, Thomas J.Thomas J. Ward	Army	E-01Private	Company C, 116th Illinois Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery in the volunteer storming party's charge.
William H. Ward	Ward, William H.William H. Ward	Army	O-03Captain	Company B, 47th Ohio Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 3, 1863	He volunteered to lead an expedition to run the enemy's batteries under cover of darkness.
—	Warden, JohnJohn Warden	Army	E-04Corporal	Company E, 55th Illinois Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery in the volunteer storming party's charge.
Henry C. Warfel	Warfel, Henry C.Henry C. Warfel	Army	E-01Private	Company A, 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry	Paines Crossroads, Virginia	Apr 5, 1865	He captured the Virginia State colors.
—	Warren, DavidDavid Warren	Navy	Coxswain	USS Monticello	USS Monticello	Jun 23, 1864 – Jun 25, 1864	He bravely performed his duties during a two-day reconnaissance of enemy defenses, gathering vital information.
Francis E. Warren	Warren, Francis E.Francis E. Warren	Army	E-04Corporal	Company C, 49th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment	Port Hudson, Louisiana	May 27, 1863	He volunteered for an attack on enemy works under heavy fire. He later became a governor and U.S. Senator.
Alexander S. Webb	Webb, Alexander S.Alexander S. Webb	Army	O-07Brigadier General	U.S. Volunteers	Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania	Jul 3, 1863	He showed outstanding personal bravery by leading his men forward at a critical moment.
James Webb	Webb, JamesJames Webb	Army	E-01Private	Company F, 5th New York Volunteer Infantry	Second Battle of Bull Run, Virginia	Aug 30, 1862	He bravely carried information to a battery commander under heavy fire, saving their guns. He was wounded but kept fighting.
Alason P. Webber	Webber, Alason P.Alason P. Webber	Army	Musician	86th Illinois Infantry Regiment	Kenesaw Mountain, Georgia	Jun 27, 1864	He volunteered for a charge, and his rapid firing helped wounded soldiers return to safety. He also held off the enemy.
—	Webster, Henry S.Henry S. Webster	Navy	Landsman	USS Susquehanna	USS Susquehanna Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He voluntarily stayed with a wounded officer under fire until help arrived.
—	Weeks, Charles H.Charles H. Weeks	Navy	Captain of the Foretop	USS Montauk	USS Montauk	September 21, 1864	He showed great presence of mind and helped put out a fire in the magazine lightroom, saving the ship.
John H. Weeks	Weeks, John H.John H. Weeks	Army	E-01Private	Company H, 122nd New York Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He captured an enemy flag and its bearer using an empty rifle, even though outnumbered.
—	Weir, Henry C.Henry C. Weir	Army	O-03Captain and Assistant Adjutant General	U.S. Volunteers	St. Mary's Church, Virginia	Jun 24, 1864	He gave his horse to a wounded officer, then rallied stragglers on foot to help repel an enemy charge.
—	Welch, George W.George W. Welch	Army	E-01Private	Company A, 11th Missouri Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Nashville, Tennessee	Dec 16, 1864	He bravely captured the flag of the 13th Alabama Infantry.
—	Welch, RichardRichard Welch	Army	E-04Corporal	Company E, 37th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He showed great bravery by capturing a flag.
Stephen Welch	Welch, StephenStephen Welch	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company C, 154th New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Rocky Face Ridge, Dug Gap, Georgia	May 8, 1864	He risked his life to rescue a wounded comrade under enemy fire.
—	Wells, Henry S.Henry S. Wells*	Army	E-01Private	Company C, 148th New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	With two comrades, he drove enemy gunners from their guns by taking an advanced position.
—	Wells, Thomas M.Thomas M. Wells	Army	Chief Bugler	6th New York Cavalry Regiment	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He bravely captured the colors of the 44th Georgia Infantry.
William Wells	Wells, WilliamWilliam Wells	Army	O-04Major	1st Vermont Cavalry	Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania	Jul 3, 1863	He led his battalion in a daring charge.
—	Wells, WilliamWilliam Wells	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Richmond	USS Richmond Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Alabama	Aug 5, 1864	He performed his duties with skill and courage during a fierce two-hour battle, even as his ship was damaged.
Edward Welsh	Welsh, EdwardEdward Welsh	Army	E-01Private	Company D, 54th Ohio Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery in the volunteer storming party's charge.
—	Welsh, JamesJames Welsh	Army	E-01Private	Company E, 4th Rhode Island Infantry	Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	He bravely carried off the regimental colors after the color sergeant was wounded and the color corporal was killed.
—	Westerhold, WilliamWilliam Westerhold	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company G, 52nd New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He showed great bravery by capturing the flag of the 23rd Virginia Infantry.
John F. Weston	Weston, John F.John F. Weston	Army	O-04Major	4th Kentucky Cavalry	Near Wetumpka, Alabama	Apr 13, 1865	He bravely swam a river, captured boats, defeated the enemy, and then tricked enemy steamers into surrendering.
Loyd Wheaton	Wheaton, LoydLoyd Wheaton	Army	O-04Lieutenant Colonel	8th Illinois Infantry	Battle of Fort Blakely, Alabama	Apr 9, 1865	He led his regiment's right wing and was the first to enter the enemy's works under heavy fire.
—	Wheeler, Daniel D.Daniel D. Wheeler	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Company G, 4th Vermont Infantry	Salem Heights, Virginia	May 3, 1863	He showed distinguished bravery in action, where he was wounded and had a horse shot from under him.
—	Wheeler, Henry W.Henry W. Wheeler	Army	E-01Private	Company A, 2nd Maine Volunteer Infantry	First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia	July 21, 1861	He volunteered to help remove dead and wounded soldiers from the field under heavy fire.
William M. Wherry	Wherry, William M.William M. Wherry	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Company D, 3rd Missouri Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Wilson's Creek, Missouri	Aug 10, 1861	He showed remarkable coolness and heroism in rallying troops under heavy fire.
Edward W. Whitaker	Whitaker, Edward W.Edward W. Whitaker	Army	O-03Captain	Company E, 1st Connecticut Infantry Regiment	Reams Station, Virginia	Jun 29, 1864	He bravely carried dispatches through an enemy division, losing half his escort.
Adam White	White, AdamAdam White	Army	E-04Corporal	Company G, 11th West Virginia Infantry Regiment	Hatcher's Run, Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He showed great bravery by capturing a flag.
J. Henry White	White, J. HenryJ. Henry White	Army	E-01Private	Company A, 90th Pennsylvania Infantry	Rappanhannock Station, Virginia	Aug 23, 1862	He risked his life to crawl to a spring under constant enemy fire to get water for his suffering comrades.
—	White, JosephJoseph White	Navy	Captain of the Gun	USS New Ironsides	USS New Ironsides First and Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Dec 1864 and Jan 1865	He showed great heroism during several attacks on Fort Fisher, helping to disable enemy guns.
Patrick H. White	White, Patrick H.Patrick H. White	Army	O-03Captain	Chicago Mercantile Battery, Illinois Light Artillery	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He bravely carried a cannon by hand and fired it through an enemy opening.
John M. Whitehead	John M. Whitehead	Army	Chaplain	15th Indiana Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Stones River, Murfreesboro, Tennessee	Dec 31, 1862	He went to the front during a desperate fight and single-handedly carried several wounded soldiers to safety.
—	Whitfield, DanielDaniel Whitfield	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Lackawanna	USS Lackawanna Fort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Alabama	Aug 5, 1864	He bravely stood by his gun, waiting to fire at the enemy ram Tennessee, and continued his duties during the long battle.
Frank M. Whitman	Whitman, Frank M.Frank M. Whitman	Army	E-01Private	Company G, 35th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment	Battle of Antietam, Maryland and Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	Sep 17, 1862 and May 18, 1864	He saved several comrades' lives at Antietam. At Spotsylvania, he was at the front of an assault and lost a leg.
John Whitmore	Whitmore, JohnJohn Whitmore	Army	E-01Private	Company F, 119th Illinois Infantry Regiment	Battle of Fort Blakely, Alabama	Apr 9, 1865	He showed great bravery by capturing a flag.
William G. Whitney	Whitney, William G.William G. Whitney	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company B, 11th Michigan Infantry	Battle of Chickamauga, Georgia	Sep 20, 1863	He bravely went among dead and wounded enemy soldiers to get ammunition, which was then used to repel an attack.
Edward N. Whittier	Whittier, Edward N.Edward N. Whittier	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	5th Battery, Maine Volunteer Light Artillery	Battle of Fisher's Hill, Virginia	Sep 22, 1864	He bravely went over enemy works on horseback with the assaulting column to capture guns and turn them on the enemy.
Andrew J. Widick	Widick, Andrew J.Andrew J. Widick	Army	E-01Private	Company B, 116th Illinois Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery in the volunteer storming party's charge.
—	Wilcox, Franklin L.Franklin L. Wilcox	Navy	Ordinary Seaman	USS Minnesota	USS MinnesotaSecond Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He advanced to the top of a sand hill and through a breach in defenses despite heavy enemy fire. He stayed with his party until dark.
William H. Wilcox	Wilcox, William H.William H. Wilcox	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company G, 9th New Hampshire Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He bravely took command of his company after officers were wounded. He later fought with another company.
—	Wiley, JamesJames Wiley	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company B, 59th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania	Jul 3, 1863	He showed great bravery by capturing a Georgia regiment's flag. He was later captured and died in prison.
George Wilhelm	Wilhelm, GeorgeGeorge Wilhelm	Army	O-03Captain	Company F, 56th Ohio Infantry	Champion Hill, or Bakers Creek, Mississippi	May 16, 1863	After being wounded and captured, he bravely made his captor a prisoner and brought him into camp.
—	Wilkes, HenryHenry Wilkes	Navy	Landsman	U.S. Picket Boat No. 1	U.S. Picket Boat No. 1	October 27, 1864	He showed great heroism by helping to destroy the Confederate Ram Albemarle with a spar torpedo.
Perry Wilkes	Wilkes, PerryPerry Wilkes	Navy	Pilot	USS Signal	USS Signal	May 5, 1864	He bravely stayed at his ship's wheel until it was destroyed by an enemy shell, even as the ship was disabled.
—	Wilkins, Leander A.Leander A. Wilkins	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company H, 9th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	He bravely recaptured the colors of the 21st Massachusetts Infantry in a hand-to-hand fight.
Orlando B. Willcox	Willcox, Orlando B.Orlando B. Willcox	Army	O-06Colonel	1st Michigan Infantry	First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia	Jul 21, 1861	He led repeated charges until he was wounded and captured.
—	Williams, AnthonyAnthony Williams	Navy	Sailmaker's mate	USS Pontoosuc	USS Pontoosuc First and Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Dec 24, 1864 – Feb 22, 1865	He performed his duties faithfully and with cool courage during the capture of Forts Fisher and Wilmington.
—	Williams, AugustusAugustus Williams	Navy	Seaman	USS Santiago de Cuba	USS Santiago de Cuba Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Jan 15, 1865	He remained steadfast when others retreated, staying with his officer and withdrawing safely after dark.
Elwood N. Williams	Williams, Elwood N.Elwood N. Williams	Army	E-01Private	Company A, 28th Illinois Infantry Regiment	Shiloh, Tennessee	Apr 6, 1862	He bravely went forward under fire to retrieve an abandoned ammunition box, even though his companion was mortally wounded.
—	Williams, George C.George C. Williams	Army	E-05Quartermaster Sergeant	1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment (United States)	Battle of Gaines' Mill, Virginia	Jun 27, 1862	He voluntarily left his safe position and fought bravely with a company.
—	Williams, JohnJohn Williams	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Mohican	USS Mohican	November 7, 1861	He served bravely as Captain of an 11-inch gun, maintaining steady fire during a four-hour engagement.
—	Williams, JohnJohn Williams	Navy	Captain of the Maintop	USS Pawnee	USS Pawnee	November 7, 1861	He bravely told his men they must die rather than leave a man behind. Though wounded, he kept charge of his boat.
—	Williams, JohnJohn Williams	Navy	Seaman	USS Commodore Perry	USS Commodore Perry	October 3, 1862	He remained at his post under enemy fire, performing his duties with skill and courage.
Le Roy Williams	Williams, Le RoyLe Roy Williams	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company G, 8th New York Heavy Artillery Regiment	Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia	Jun 3, 1864	He bravely exposed himself to enemy fire to locate and recover his colonel's body, approaching enemy pickets in the dark.
Peter Williams	Williams, PeterPeter Williams	Navy	Seaman	USS Monitor	USS Monitor	March 9, 1862	He bravely served as Quartermaster, piloting the USS Monitor throughout its battle with the CSS Merrimack.
—	Williams, RobertRobert Williams	Navy	Signal Quartermaster	USS Benton	USS Benton	Dec 23, 1862 – Dec 27, 1862	He served courageously during a battle against hostile forces, even when his vessel was under heavy fire.
—	Williams, WilliamWilliam Williams	Navy	Landsman	USS Lehigh	USS Lehigh	November 16, 1863	He bravely passed a line to another ship under heavy enemy fire, helping to free the grounded USS Lehigh.
—	Williams, William HalidayWilliam Haliday Williams	Army	E-01Private	Company C, 82nd Ohio Infantry	Battle of Peachtree Creek, Georgia	Jul 20, 1864	He voluntarily went beyond the lines to observe the enemy and helped a wounded comrade.
James A. Williamson	Williamson, James A.James A. Williamson	Army	O-06Colonel	4th Iowa Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Chickasaw Bayou, Mississippi	Dec 29, 1862	He led his regiment against a stronger, entrenched enemy force and held his ground when all support was gone.
—	Willis, RichardRichard Willis	Navy	Coxswain	USS New Ironsides	USS New Ironsides First and Second Battle of Fort Fisher, North Carolina	Dec 1864 and Jan 1865	He showed great heroism during several attacks on Fort Fisher, helping to disable enemy guns.
Edward B. Williston	Williston, Edward B.Edward B. Williston	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Battery D, 2nd Regiment of Artillery	Battle of Trevilian Station, Virginia	Jun 12, 1864	He showed distinguished bravery in action.
—	Wilson, Charles E.Charles E. Wilson	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company A, 1st New Jersey Cavalry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He bravely charged enemy works with colors in hand and had two horses shot from under him.
—	Wilson, Christopher W.Christopher W. Wilson	Army	E-01Private	Company E, 73rd New York Infantry	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	He took the flag from a wounded bearer and carried it in a charge, also capturing an enemy flag.
—	Wilson, Francis A.Francis A. Wilson	Army	E-04Corporal	Company B, 95th Pennsylvania Infantry	Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Apr 2, 1865	He was among the first to break through enemy lines and captured a gun.
—	Wilson, JohnJohn Wilson	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company L, 1st New Jersey Cavalry	Chamberlains Creek, Virginia	Mar 31, 1865	With a comrade, he stopped the enemy's advance, shooting two flag bearers, and saved his unit's horses from capture.
John A. Wilson	Wilson, John A.John A. Wilson	Army	E-01Private	Company G, 21st Ohio Infantry	Great Locomotive Chase, Georgia	Apr 1862	He was one of 19 men who went deep into enemy territory to capture a train and destroy bridges.
John M. Wilson	Wilson, John M.John M. Wilson	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	U.S. Engineers	Battle of Malvern Hill, Virginia	Aug 6, 1862	He remained on duty despite being very ill and participated in the action. He chose to stay until the campaign ended.
William W. Winegar	Winegar, William W.William W. Winegar	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Company B, 19th New York Cavalry (1st New York Dragoons)	Battle of Five Forks, Virginia	Apr 1, 1865	Alone and surrounded, he bravely demanded the enemy's surrender, causing them to give up their flag.
—	VanWinkle, EdwardEdward Van Winkle	Army	E-04Corporal	Company C, 148th New York Volunteer Infantry	Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia	Sep 29, 1864	He took an advanced position and drove enemy cannoneers from their guns.
Lewis S. Wisner	Wisner, Lewis S.Lewis S. Wisner	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Company K, 124th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia	May 12, 1864	As an engineer officer, he bravely exposed himself to enemy fire.
William H. Withington	Withington, William H.William H. Withington	Army	O-03Captain	Company B, 1st Michigan Infantry	First Battle of Bull Run, Virginia	Jul 21, 1861	He remained on the field under heavy fire to help his superior officer.
John Wollam	Wollam, JohnJohn Wollam	Army	E-01Private	Company G, 21st Ohio Infantry	Great Locomotive Chase, Georgia	Apr 1862	He was one of 19 men who went deep into enemy territory to capture a train and destroy bridges.
Henry Clay Wood	Wood, Henry ClayHenry Clay Wood	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	11th U.S. Infantry	Battle of Wilson's Creek, Missouri	Aug 10, 1861	He showed distinguished bravery in action.
Mark Wood	Wood, MarkMark Wood	Army	E-01Private	Company G, 21st Ohio Infantry	Great Locomotive Chase, Georgia	Apr 1862	He was one of 19 men who went deep into enemy territory to capture a train and destroy bridges.
—	Wood, Richard H.Richard H. Wood	Army	O-03Captain	Company A, 97th Illinois Infantry Regiment	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He led the volunteer storming party in a very brave assault on enemy works.
—	Wood, Robert B.Robert B. Wood	Navy	Coxswain	USS Mount Washington	USS Mount Washington	April 14, 1863	He boarded a damaged vessel and continued fighting at his gun for six hours under heavy fire.
—	Woodall, William H.William H. Woodall	Army	Civilian scout	Army of the Shenandoah	Appomattox campaign	Mar 29, 1865 – Apr 9, 1865	He showed great bravery by capturing the flag of Brigadier General Rufus Barringer's headquarters brigade.
Eri D. Woodbury	Woodbury, Eri D.Eri D. Woodbury	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company E, 1st Vermont Cavalry	Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia	Oct 19, 1864	He bravely captured four Confederate infantrymen, their rifles, and their regimental flag with his saber.
Alonzo Woodruff	Woodruff, AlonzoAlonzo Woodruff	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company I, 1st United States Sharpshooters	Battle of Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, Virginia	Oct 27, 1864	He bravely rescued a wounded comrade in a hand-to-hand fight.
Carle A. Woodruff	Woodruff, Carle A.Carle A. Woodruff	Army	O-02First Lieutenant	Battery M, 2nd Regiment of Artillery	Newbys Crossroads, Virginia	Jul 24, 1863	He ignored orders to abandon his guns and helped repel an attack, saving them.
—	Woods, Daniel A.Daniel A. Woods	Army	E-01Private	Company K, 1st West Virginia Cavalry	Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia	Apr 6, 1865	He showed great bravery by capturing the flag of the 18th Florida Infantry.
—	Woods, SamuelSamuel Woods	Navy	Seaman	USS Mount Washington	USS Mount Washington	April 14, 1863	He bravely jumped into the water to save a comrade, then returned to his gun and cared for the wounded.
Evan M. Woodward	Woodward, Evan M.Evan M. Woodward	Army	O-02First Lieutenant and Adjutant	2nd Pennsylvania Reserve Regiment	Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia	Dec 13, 1862	He bravely advanced between the lines, demanded the surrender of the 19th Georgia Infantry, and captured their battle flag.
—	Woon, JohnJohn Woon	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Pittsburgh	USS Pittsburgh	April 29, 1863	He showed courage and devotion to duty during bitter engagements, even when his ship was severely damaged.
—	Woram, Charles B.Charles B. Woram	Navy	Seaman	USS Oneida	USS OneidaFort Morgan, Battle of Mobile Bay, Alabama	Aug 5, 1864	He bravely carried orders and showed cool courage during the battle, which led to the capture of an enemy ram.
Joseph Wortick	Wortick, JosephJoseph Wortick	Army	E-01Private	Company A, 6th Missouri Infantry	Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi	May 22, 1863	He showed great bravery in the volunteer storming party's charge.
William J. Wray	Wray, William J.William J. Wray	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company K, 1st Veteran Reserve Corps	Battle of Fort Stevens, District of Columbia	Jul 12, 1864	He rallied his company at a critical moment under fire.
Albert D. Wright	Wright, Albert D.Albert D. Wright	Army	O-03Captain	Company G, 43rd U.S. Colored Troops	Battle of the Crater, Petersburg, Virginia	Jul 30, 1864	He bravely advanced beyond enemy lines, capturing a flag and its guard, and was severely wounded.
—	Wright, EdwardEdward Wright	Navy	Quartermaster	USS Cayuga	USS Cayuga	Apr 24, 1862 – Apr 25, 1862	He served bravely during the capture of Forts St. Philip and Jackson and the taking of New Orleans.
—	Wright, RobertRobert Wright	Army	E-01Private	Company G, 14th U.S. Infantry	Chapel House, Farm, Virginia	Oct 1, 1864	He showed great bravery in action.
—	Wright, SamuelSamuel Wright	Army	E-04Corporal	Company H, 2nd Minnesota Infantry Regiment	Nolensville, Tennessee	Feb 15, 1863	He was one of 16 men who bravely defended a wagon train against 125 cavalry, saving it.
Samuel C. Wright	Wright, Samuel C.Samuel C. Wright	Army	E-01Private	Company E, 29th Massachusetts Infantry	Battle of Antietam, Maryland	Sep 17, 1862	He bravely advanced under fire to remove a fence that would have stopped a planned charge.
—	William Wright (Medal of Honor recipient)	Navy	Yeoman	USS Monticello	USS Monticello	Jun 23, 1864 – Jun 25, 1864	He bravely carried out his duties during a two-day reconnaissance, gathering vital information.

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Recipients are listed alphabetically by last name. Posthumous receipt is denoted by an asterisk.

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

Image	Name	Service	Rank	Unit/command	Place of action	Date of action	Notes
Jacob F. Yeager	Yeager, Jacob F.Jacob F. Yeager	Army	E-01Private	Company H, 101st Ohio Infantry	Buzzard's Roost, Georgia	May 11, 1864	He bravely seized a shell with a burning fuse and threw it into a stream, likely saving his comrades.
—	Young, Andrew J.Andrew J. Young	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company F, 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry Regiment	Paines Crossroads, Virginia	Apr 5, 1865	He showed great bravery by capturing a flag.
Benjamin F. Young	Young, Benjamin F.Benjamin F. Young	Army	E-04Corporal	1st Michigan Sharpshooters	Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia	Jun 17, 1864	He showed great bravery by capturing the flag of the 35th North Carolina Infantry.
Calvary M. Young	Young, Calvary M.Calvary M. Young	Army	E-05Sergeant	Company L, 3rd Iowa Volunteer Cavalry Regiment	Osage, Kansas	Oct 25, 1864	He showed great bravery by capturing General Cabell.
—	Young, Edward B.Edward B. Young	Navy	Coxswain	USS Galena	Aboard USS Galena, Battle of Mobile Bay	Aug 5, 1864	He performed his duties with skill and courage, helping a damaged ship to safety.
Horatio N. Young	Young, Horatio N.Horatio N. Young	Navy	Seaman	USS Lehigh	Aboard USS Lehigh, Charleston Harbor	Nov 16, 1863	He bravely passed a line to another ship under heavy enemy fire, helping to free the grounded USS Lehigh.
James M. Young	Young, James M.James M. Young	Army	E-01Private	Company B, 72nd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment	Battle of Wilderness, Virginia	May 6, 1864	He bravely went to scout enemy positions, and when a companion was wounded, he carried him to safety under fire.
William Young	Young, WilliamWilliam Young	Navy	Boatswain's Mate	USS Cayuga	Aboard USS Cayuga, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip	April 24, 1862 – April 25, 1862	He calmly manned a gun throughout a battle where his ship was hit 46 times, helping to defeat enemy ships and garrisons.
John L. Younker	Younker, John L.John L. Younker	Army	E-01Private	Company A, 12th U.S. Infantry	Battle of Cedar Mountain, Virginia	Aug 9, 1862	He bravely carried an order under heavy fire, risking his life, and was wounded while doing so.

See also

• List of Medal of Honor recipients