Medal Of Honor Details

Archer, James W.

Place of Birth:
Edgar
State of Birth:
IL
Rank:
First Lieutenant
Unit:
59th Indiana Infantry
Company:
Citation Place:
Corinth
Citation State:
MS
Citation Date:
MS
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. *First Lieutenant and Adjutant
Entry Place:
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Date Issued:
02 Aug. 1897