James W. Archer
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James W. Archer | |
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| Born | September 6, 1828 Edgar County, Illinois |
| Died | January 28, 1908 (aged 79) |
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| Allegiance | United States United States of America |
| Service | File:Flag of the United States Army.svg United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | File:Union army 1st lt rank insignia.jpg First Lieutenant |
| Unit | Indiana 59th Regiment Indiana Volunteer Infantry |
| Battles / wars | Second Battle of Corinth |
| Awards | File:Medal of Honor ribbon.svg Medal of Honor |
James W. Archer (September 6, 1828 – January 28, 1908) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography
Archer served in the American Civil War in the 59th Indiana Infantry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on August 2, 1897 for his actions at the Second Battle of Corinth.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Voluntarily took command of another regiment, with the consent of one or more of his seniors, who were present, rallied the command and led it in the assault.[1]
See also
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