John F. Benjamin (Medal of Honor)
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John F. Benjamin | |
|---|---|
| Born | Orange County, New York |
| Allegiance | File:Flag of the United States (1861-1863).svg United States of America |
| Service | File:Flag of the United States Army.svg United States Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | New York (state) 2nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry - Company M |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Sayler's Creek |
| Awards | File:Medal of Honor ribbon.svg Medal of Honor |
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Corporal John F. Benjamin was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Benjamin was awarded the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Sayler's Creek in Virginia on 6 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 3 May 1865.[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Capture of battle flag of 9th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).[1]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Archived from the original on 2 September 2012. Retrieved 27 August 2013.