Ruel Milton Johnson facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ruel Milton Johnson
Born	June 5, 1836 Harborcreek Township, Pennsylvania
Died	November 12, 1901 Goshen, Indiana
Buried	Oakridge Cemetery, Goshen, Indiana
Allegiance	United States
Service/branch	United States Army Union Army
Rank	Major
Unit	100th Regiment, Indiana Volunteer Infantry
Battles/wars	Battle of Missionary Ridge
Awards	Medal of Honor

Ruel Milton Johnson (born June 5, 1836 – died November 12, 1901) was an American soldier. He fought bravely in the American Civil War, a big conflict in the United States.

Johnson earned the Medal of Honor. This is the highest award a soldier can get for being very brave in a fight. He received it for his amazing courage during the Battle of Missionary Ridge. This battle happened on November 25, 1863. At that time, he was a major leading the 100th Regiment, Indiana Volunteer Infantry. He officially received the award on August 24, 1896.

Ruel Johnson's Life and Military Service

Ruel Milton Johnson was born in Harborcreek Township. This area is in Erie County, Pennsylvania. He went to college at the University of Michigan and finished his studies in 1858.

His Role in the Civil War

During the Civil War, Johnson was a major. He temporarily led the 100th Regiment, Indiana Volunteer Infantry. This unit was part of the Union Army. The Union Army fought to keep the United States together.

Johnson's bravery at the Battle of Missionary Ridge was very important. This battle was a key victory for the Union forces. His actions helped his unit succeed.

After the Battle

After the Battle of Missionary Ridge, Johnson continued to serve. He was later promoted to lieutenant colonel. This is a higher rank in the army. He then commanded the 100th Indiana Regiment. He led them from May 2, 1865, until their service ended on June 8, 1865.

Life After the War

When the Civil War ended, Ruel Milton Johnson became a lawyer. He worked in this profession for many years. He passed away in 1901 in Goshen, Indiana.