List of American Civil War Medal of Honor Recipients: A-F - B

B

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

Image Name Service Rank Place of action Date of action Notes
— Babcock, William J.William J. Babcock Army Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 01865-04-02Apr 2, 1865 Planted the flag upon the parapet while the enemy still occupied the line; was the first of his regiment to enter the works.
— Bacon, Elijah W.Elijah W. Bacon* Army E-01Private Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 01863-07-03Jul 3, 1863 Capture of flag of 16th North Carolina regiment (C.S.A.).
Baird, AbsalomAbsalom Baird Army Brigadier General Battle of Jonesborough, Ga. 01864-09-01Sep 1, 1864 Led a detached brigade charge
— Baker, CharlesCharles Baker Navy Quarter Gunner Aboard the USS Metacomet, Battle of Mobile Bay 01864-08-05August 5, 1864 Braved galling enemy fire to aid the rescue of USS Tecumseh (1863) crewmen
— Baldwin, Charles H.Charles H. Baldwin Navy Coal Heaver Aboard the USS Wyalusing in the Roanoke River 01864-05-25May 25, 1864 For his participation in a plan to destroy the rebel ram CSS Albemarle
Baldwin, Frank D.Frank D. Baldwin Army Captain Peach Tree Creek, Ga. 01864-07-12Jul 12, 1864 For capturing two enemy officers. Later awarded a second Medal of Honor during the Indian Wars.
— Ballen, FrederickFrederick Ballen Army E-01Private Vicksburg, Miss. 01863-05-03May 3, 1863 Was one of a party that volunteered and attempted to run the enemy's batteries with a steam tug and 2 barges loaded with subsistence stores.
— Banks, George L.George L. Banks Army Sergeant Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 01863-11-25Nov 25, 1863 As color bearer, led his regiment in the assault, and, though wounded, carried the flag forward to the enemy's works, where he was again wounded. In a brigade of 8 regiments this flag was the first planted on the parapet.
— Barber, James A.James A. Barber Army E-04Corporal Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 01865-04-02Apr 2, 1865 Was one of a detachment of 20 picked artillerymen who voluntarily accompanied an infantry assaulting party, and who turned upon the enemy the guns captured in the assault.
— Barker, Nathaniel C.Nathaniel C. Barker Army Sergeant Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 01864-05-12May 12, 1864 Six color bearers of the regiment having been killed, he voluntarily took both flags of the regiment and carried them through the remainder of the battle.
— Barnes, William H.William H. Barnes Army E-01Private Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 01864-09-29Sep 29, 1864 Among the first to enter the enemy's works; although wounded.
Barnum, Henry A.Henry A. Barnum Army Colonel Third Battle of Chattanooga, Tenn. 01863-11-23Nov 23, 1863 Although suffering severely from wounds, he led his regiment, inciting the men to greater action by word and example until again severely wounded.
— Barnum, JamesJames Barnum Navy Boatswain's Mate Aboard the USS New Ironsides, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher 01864-12-01Dec 1864 – 01865-01-01Jan 1865 Barnum served on board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, 24 and 25 December 1864; and on 13, 14, and 15 January 1865 and was commended for highly meritorious conduct during this period.
— Barrell, Charles L.Charles L. Barrell Army O-02First Lieutenant near Camden, S.C. 01865-04-01Apr 1865 Hazardous service in marching through the enemy's country to bring relief to his command.
— Barrick, Jesse T.Jesse T. Barrick Army E-04Corporal near Duck River, Tenn. 01863-05-26May 26, 1863 – 01863-06-02Jun 2, 1863 While on a scout captured single-handed 2 desperate Confederate guerrilla officers who were together and well armed at the time.
— Barringer, William H.William H. Barringer Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 01863-05-22May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party.
— Barry, AugustusAugustus Barry Army Sergeant Major Unknown 01863-01-011863 – 01865-01-011865 Gallantry in various actions during the rebellion.
— Barter, Gurdon H.Gurdon H. Barter Navy Landsman USS Minnesota Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher 01865-01-15Jan 15, 1865 On board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.
— Barton, ThomasThomas Barton Navy Seaman Aboard the USS Hunchback 01862-10-03October 3, 1862 On board the U.S.S. Hunchback in the attack on Franklin, Virginia, 3 October 1862. When an ignited shell, with cartridge attached, fell out of the howitzer upon the deck, S/man Barton promptly seized a pail of water and threw it upon the missile, thereby preventing it from exploding.
— Bass, David L.David L. Bass Navy Seaman USS Minnesota Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher 01865-01-15Jan 15, 1865 On board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.
— Batchelder, Richard N.Richard N. Batchelder Army Lieutenant Colonel and Chief Quartermaster Between Catlett and Fairfax Stations, Virginia 01863-10-13Oct 13, 1863 – 01863-10-15Oct 15, 1863 Being ordered to move his trains by a continuous day-and-night march, and without the usual military escort, armed his teamsters and personally commanded them, successfully fighting against heavy odds and bringing his trains through without the loss of a wagon.
— Bates, DelevanDelevan Bates Army Colonel Cemetery Hill, Virginia 01864-07-30Jul 30, 1864 Gallantry in action where he fell, shot through the face, at the head of his regiment.
— Bates, Norman F.Norman F. Bates Army Sergeant Columbus, Ga. 01865-04-16Apr 16, 1865 Capture of flag and bearer.
— Baybutt, PhilipPhilip Baybutt Army E-01Private Valley Campaigns of 1864, Luray, Virginia 01864-09-24Sep 24, 1864 Capture of flag.
— Bazaar, PhilipPhilip Bazaar Navy Ordinary Seaman USS Santiago de Cuba Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher 01865-01-15Jan 15, 1865 On board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher on 15 January 1865.
— Beatty, Alexander M.Alexander M. Beatty Army Captain Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia 01864-06-05Jun 5, 1864 Removed, under a hot fire, a wounded member of his command to a place of safety.
Beaty, PowhatanPowhatan Beaty Army First Sergeant Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 01864-09-29Sep 29, 1864 Took command of his company, all the officers having been killed or wounded, and gallantly led it.
— Beaufort, Jean J.Jean J. Beaufort Army E-04Corporal At Port Hudson, La 01863-05-20 !about May 20, 1863 Volunteered to go within the enemy's lines and at the head of a party of 8 destroyed a signal station, thereby greatly aiding in the operations against Port Hudson that immediately followed.
— Beaumont, Eugene B.Eugene B. Beaumont Army Major and Assistant Adjutant General Harpeth River, Tenn. and Battle of Selma, Ala. 01864-12-17Dec 17, 1864 and 01865-04-02Apr 2, 1865 Obtained permission from the corps commander to advance upon the enemy's position with the 4th U.S. Cavalry, of which he was a lieutenant; led an attack upon a battery, dispersed the enemy, and captured the guns. At Selma, Ala., charged, at the head of his regiment, into the second and last line of the enemy's works.
— Bebb, Edward J.Edward J. Bebb Army E-01Private Columbus, Ga. 01865-04-16Apr 16, 1865 Capture of flag.
— Beckwith, Wallace A.Wallace A. Beckwith Army E-01Private Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia 01862-12-13Dec 13, 1862 Gallantly responded to a call for volunteers to man a battery, serving with great heroism until the termination of the engagement.
— Beddows, RichardRichard Beddows Army E-01Private Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 01864-05-18May 18, 1864 Brought his guidon off in safety under a heavy fire of musketry after he had lost it by his horse becoming furious from the bursting of a shell.
Beebe, William S.William S. Beebe Army O-02First Lieutenant Cane River Crossing, Louisiana 01864-04-23Apr 23, 1864 Voluntarily led a successful assault on a fortified position.
— Beech, John P.John P. Beech Army Sergeant Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 01864-05-12May 12, 1864 Voluntarily assisted in working the guns of a battery, all the members of which had been killed or wounded.
— Begley, TerrenceTerrence Begley Army Sergeant Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia 01864-06-03Jun 3, 1864 Shot a Confederate color bearer, rushed forward and seized his colors, and although exposed to heavy fire, regained the lines in safety.
— Belcher, ThomasThomas Belcher Army E-01Private Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 01864-09-29Sep 29, 1864 Took a guidon from the hands of the bearer, mortally wounded, and advanced with it nearer to the battery than any other man.
— Bell, GeorgeGeorge Bell Navy Captain of the Afterguard Aboard the USS Santee, cutting out expedition in Galveston Bay 01861-11-07November 7, 1861 Although severely wounded in the encounter, he displayed extraordinary courage under the most painful and trying circumstances.
— Bell, James B.James B. Bell Army Sergeant Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 01863-11-25Nov 25, 1863 Though severely wounded, was first of his regiment on the summit of the ridge, planted his colors inside the enemy's works, and did not leave the field until after he had been wounded 5 times.
— Benedict, George G.George G. Benedict Army O-01Second Lieutenant Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 01863-07-03Jul 3, 1863 Passed through a murderous fire of grape and canister in delivering orders and re-formed the crowded lines.
— Benjamin, John F.John F. Benjamin Army E-04Corporal Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 01865-04-06Apr 6, 1865 Capture of battle flag of 9th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
Benjamin, Samuel N.Samuel N. Benjamin Army O-02First Lieutenant From Bull Run to Spotsylvania, Virginia 01861-07-01Jul 1861 – 01864-05-01May 1864 Particularly distinguished services as an artillery officer.
— Bennett, OrrenOrren Bennett Army E-01Private Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 01865-04-06Apr 6, 1865 Capture of flag.
— Bennett, Orson W.Orson W. Bennett Army O-02First Lieutenant Honey Hill, S.C. 01864-11-30Nov 30, 1864 After several unsuccessful efforts to recover 3 pieces of abandoned artillery, this officer gallantly led a small force fully 100 yards in advance of the Union lines and brought in the guns, preventing their capture.
Bensinger, WilliamWilliam Bensinger Army E-01Private Great Locomotive Chase, Ga. 01862-04-01Apr 1862 Second person to receive Medal of Honor
Benyaurd, William H. H.William H. H. Benyaurd Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Five Forks, Virginia 01865-04-01Apr 1, 1865 With one companion, voluntarily advanced in a reconnaissance beyond the skirmishers, where he was exposed to imminent peril; also, in the same battle, rode to the front with the commanding general to encourage wavering troops to resume the advance, which they did successfully.
— Betham, AsaAsa Betham Navy Coxswain Aboard the USS Pontoosuc, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher 01864-12-24December 24, 1864 – 01865-01-22January 22, 1865 Served on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, 24 December 1864, to 22 January 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully during this period, Betham was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under the fire of the enemy throughout these various actions.
— Betts, Charles M.Charles M. Betts Army Lieutenant Colonel Greensboro, North Carolina 01865-04-19Apr 19, 1865 With a force of but 75 men, while on a scouting expedition, by a judicious disposition of his men, surprised and captured an entire battalion of the enemy's cavalry.
— Beyer, HillaryHillary Beyer Army O-01Second Lieutenant Battle of Antietam, Md. 01862-09-17Sep 17, 1862 After his command had been forced to fall back, remained alone on the line of battle, caring for his wounded comrades and carrying one of them to a place of safety.
— Bibber, Charles J.Charles J. Bibber Navy Gunner's Mate Aboard the USS Agawam, First Battle of Fort Fisher 01864-12-23December 23, 1864 Bibber served on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher 23 December 1864.
— Bickford, Henry H.Henry H. Bickford Army E-04Corporal Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia 01865-03-02Mar 2, 1865 Recapture of flag.
— Bickford, John F.John F. Bickford Navy Captain of the Top Aboard the USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France 01864-06-19June 19, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864.
— Bickford, MatthewMatthew Bickford Army E-04Corporal Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 01863-05-22May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party.
— Bieger, CharlesCharles Bieger Army E-01Private Ivy Farm, Miss. 01864-02-22Feb 22, 1864 Voluntarily risked his life by taking a horse, under heavy fire, beyond the line of battle for the rescue of his captain, whose horse had been killed in a charge and who was surrounded by the enemy's skirmishers.
Binder, RichardRichard Binder Marine Corps Sergeant Aboard the USS Ticonderoga, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher 01865-01-15Jan 15, 1865 Despite heavy return fire by the enemy and the explosion of the 100-pounder Parrott rifle which killed 8 men and wounded 12 more, Sgt. Binder, as captain of a gun, performed his duties with skill and courage during the first 2 days of battle.
Bingham, Henry H.Henry H. Bingham Army Captain Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia 01864-05-06May 6, 1864 Rallied and led into action a portion of the troops who had given way under fierce assaults by the enemy.
— Birdsall, Horatio L.Horatio L. Birdsall Army Sergeant Columbus, Ga. 01865-04-16Apr 16, 1865 Capture of flag and bearer.
— Bishop, Francis A.Francis A. Bishop Army E-01Private Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 01864-05-12May 12, 1864 Capture of flag
Black, John C.John C. Black Army Lieutenant Colonel Battle of Prairie Grove, Ark. 01862-12-07Dec 7, 1862 Brother of William P. Black, one of 5 pairs of brothers to be awarded the Medal of Honor.
Black, William P.William P. Black Army Captain Battle of Pea Ridge, Ark. 01862-03-07Mar 7, 1862 Brother of John C. Black, one of 5 pairs of brothers to be awarded the Medal of Honor.
— Blackmar, Wilmon W.Wilmon W. Blackmar Army Lieutenant Battle of Five Forks, Virginia 01865-04-01Apr 1, 1865 At a critical stage of the battle, without orders, led a successful advance upon the enemy.
— Blackwood, William R. D.William R. D. Blackwood Army Surgeon Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 01865-04-02Apr 2, 1865 Removed severely wounded officers and soldiers from the field while under a heavy fire from the enemy, exposing himself beyond the call of duty, thus furnishing an example of most distinguished gallantry.
— Blagheen, WilliamWilliam Blagheen Navy Ship's Cook Aboard the USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay 01864-08-05August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
— Blair, Robert M.Robert M. Blair Navy Boatswain's Mate Aboard the USS Pontoosuc, First and Second Battles of Fort Fisher 01864-12-24December 24, 1864 – 01865-01-22January 22, 1865 Served on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, 24 December 1864 to 22 January 1865.
— Blake, RobertRobert Blake Navy Contraband Aboard the USS Marblehead off Legareville, Stono River 01863-12-25Dec 25, 1863 Escaped slave. First African-American Medal of Honor recipient.
— Blasdel, Thomas A.Thomas A. Blasdel Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 01863-05-22May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party.
— Blickensderfer, MiltonMilton Blickensderfer Army E-04Corporal Petersburg, Virginia 01865-04-03Apr 3, 1865 Capture of flag
— Bliss, George N.George N. Bliss Army Captain Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia 01864-09-28Sep 28, 1864 While in command of the provost guard in the village, he saw the Union lines returning before the attack of a greatly superior force of the enemy, mustered his guard, and, without orders, joined in the defense and charged the enemy without support. He received three saber wounds, his horse was shot, and he was taken prisoner.
Bliss, Zenas R.Zenas R. Bliss Army Colonel Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia 01862-12-13Dec 13, 1862 This officer, to encourage his regimen; which had never before been in action, and which had been ordered to lie down to protect itself from the enemy's fire, arose to his feet, advanced in front of the line, and himself fired several shots at the enemy at short range, being fully exposed to their fire at the time
— Blodgett, Welis H.Welis H. Blodgett Army O-02First Lieutenant First Battle of Newtonia, Mo. 01862-09-30Sep 30, 1862 With a single orderly, captured an armed picket of 8 men and marched them in prisoners.
— Blucher, CharlesCharles Blucher Army E-04Corporal Fort Harrison, Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 01864-09-29Sep 29, 1864 Planted first national colors on the fortifications.
— Blunt, John W.John W. Blunt Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Cedar Creek, Virginia 01864-10-19Oct 19, 1864 Voluntarily led a charge across a narrow bridge over the creek against the lines of the enemy.
— Boehm, Peter M.Peter M. Boehm Army O-01Second Lieutenant Battle of Dinwiddie Court House, Virginia 01865-03-31Mar 31, 1865 While acting as aide to General Custer, took a flag from the hands of color bearer, rode in front of a line that was being driven back and, under a heavy fire, rallied the men, re-formed the line, and repulsed the charge.
— Bois, FrankFrank Bois Navy Quartermaster Aboard the USS Cincinnati, Operations against Vicksburg 01863-05-27May 27, 1863 Served as quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863.
— Bond, William S.William S. Bond Navy Boatswain's Mate Aboard the USS Kearsarge off Cherbourg, France 01864-06-19June 19, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Carrying out his duties courageously, Bond exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by his divisional officer.
— Bonebrake, Henry G.Henry G. Bonebrake Army Lieutenant Battle of Five Forks, Virginia 01865-04-01Apr 1, 1865 As 1 of the first of Devin's Division to enter the works, he fought in a hand-to-hand struggle with a Confederate to capture his flag by superior physical strength.
— Bonnaffon, Jr., SylvesterSylvester Bonnaffon, Jr. Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Boydton Plank Road, Virginia 01864-10-27Oct 27, 1864 Checked the rout and rallied the troops of his command in the face of a terrible fire of musketry; was severely wounded.
— Boody, RobertRobert Boody Army Sergeant Battle of Williamsburg, Virginia and Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 01862-05-05May 5, 1862 and 01863-05-02May 2, 1863 This soldier, at Williamsburg, Virginia, then a corporal, at great personal risk, voluntarily saved the lives of and brought from the battlefield 2 wounded comrades. A year later, at Chancellorsville, voluntarily, and at great personal risk, brought from the field of battle and saved the life of Capt. George B. Carse, Company C, 40th New York Volunteer Infantry.
— Boon, Hugh P.Hugh P. Boon Army Captain Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 01865-04-06Apr 6, 1865 Capture of flag
Boquet, NicholasNicholas Boquet Army E-01Private Battle of Wilson's Creek, Mo. 01861-08-10Aug 10, 1861 Voluntarily left the line of battle, and, exposing himself to imminent danger from a heavy fire of the enemy, assisted in capturing a riderless horse at large between the lines and hitching him to a disabled gun, saved the gun from capture.
— Boss, OrlandoOrlando Boss Army E-04Corporal Battle of Cold Harbor, Virginia 01864-06-03Jun 3, 1864 Rescued his lieutenant, who was lying between the lines mortally wounded; this under a heavy fire of the enemy.
Bourke, John G.John G. Bourke Army E-01Private Battle of Stones River, Tenn. 01862-12-31Dec 31, 1862 – 01863-01-01Jan 1, 1863 Gallantry in action.
— Bourne, ThomasThomas Bourne Navy Seaman and Gun Captain Aboard the USS Varuna, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip 01862-04-24April 24, 1862 During this action at extremely close range while his ship was under furious fire and was twice rammed by the rebel ship Morgan, Bourne remained steadfast at his gun and was instrumental in inflicting damage on the enemy until the Varuna, badly damaged and forced to beach, was finally sunk.
— Boury, RichardRichard Boury Army Sergeant Charlottesville, Virginia 01865-03-05Mar 5, 1865 Capture of flag
— Boutwell, John W.John W. Boutwell Army E-01Private Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 01865-04-02Apr 2, 1865 Brought off from the picket line, under heavy fire, a comrade who had been shot through both legs.
— Bowen, Chester B.Chester B. Bowen Army E-04Corporal Battle of Opequon, Virginia 01864-09-19Sep 19, 1864 Capture of flag.
— Bowen, EmmerEmmer Bowen Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksbur 01863-05-22May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party"
— Bowman, Edward R.Edward R. Bowman Navy Quartermaster Aboard the USS Ticonderoga, Second Battle of Fort Fisher 01865-01-13January 13, 1865 – 01865-01-15January 15, 1865 On board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher 13 to 15 January 1865.
— Box, Thomas J.Thomas J. Box Army Captain Battle of Resaca, Ga. 01864-05-14May 14, 1864 Capture of flag of the 38th Alabama Infantry (C.S.A.).
Boynton, Henry V.Henry V. Boynton Army Lieutenant Colonel Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 01863-11-25Nov 25, 1863 Led his regiment in the face of a severe fire of the enemy; was severely wounded.
— Bradley, AmosAmos Bradley Navy Landsman Aboard the USS Varuna, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip 01862-04-24April 24, 1862 Served on board the U.S.S. Varuna in one of the most responsible positions, during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and while in action against the rebel ship Morgan, 24 April 1862.
— Bradley, CharlesCharles Bradley Navy Boatswain's Mate Aboard the USS Louisville, Battle of Fort Hindman 01863-01-10January 10, 1863 – 01863-01-11January 11, 1863 Carrying out his duties through the thick of battle and acting as captain of a 9-inch gun, Bradley consistently showed, "Attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action against the enemy."
— Bradley, Thomas W.Thomas W. Bradley Army Sergeant Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 01863-05-03May 3, 1863 Volunteered in response to a call and alone, in the face of a heavy fire of musketry and canister, went and procured ammunition for the use of his comrades.
— Brady, JamesJames Brady Army E-01Private Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 01864-09-29Sep 29, 1864 Capture of flag
— Brandle, Joseph E.Joseph E. Brandle Army E-01Private Lenoire, Tenn. 01863-11-16Nov 16, 1863 While color bearer of his regiment, having been twice wounded and the sight of one eye destroyed, still held to the colors until ordered to the rear by his regimental commander.
— Brannigan, FelixFelix Brannigan Army E-01Private Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 01863-05-02May 2, 1863 Volunteered on a dangerous service and brought in valuable information.
— Brant, WilliamWilliam Brant Army Lieutenant Petersburg, Virginia 01865-04-03Apr 3, 1865 Capture of battle flag of 46th North Carolina (C.S.A.).
— Bras, Edgar A.Edgar A. Bras Army Sergeant Battle of Spanish Fort, Ala. 01865-04-08Apr 8, 1865 Capture of flag.
— Brazell, JohnJohn Brazell Navy Quartermaster Aboard the USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay 01864-08-05August 5, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the action at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864, where he was recommended for coolness and good conduct as a gun captain during that engagement which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the destruction of Fort Morgan. Brazell served gallantly throughout the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, batteries below Vicksburg, and was present at the surrender of New Orleans while on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn.
— Breen, JohnJohn Breen Navy Boatswain's Mate Aboard the USS Commodore Perry 01862-10-03October 3, 1862 On board the U.S.S. Commodore Perry in the attack upon Franklin, Virginia, 3 October 1862. With enemy fire raking the deck of his ship and blockades thwarting her progress, Breen remained at his post and performed his duties with skill and courage as the Commodore Perry fought a gallant battle to silence many rebel batteries as she steamed down the Blackwater River.
— Brennan, ChristopherChristopher Brennan Navy Seaman Aboard the USS Mississippi, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip 01862-04-24April 24, 1862 – 01862-04-25April 25, 1862 On board the U.S.S. Mississippi during attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip and during the taking of New Orleans, 24–25 April 1862. Taking part in the actions which resulted in the damaging of the Mississippi and several casualties on it, Brennan showed skill and courage throughout the entire engagements which resulted in the taking of St. Philip and Jackson and in the surrender of New Orleans.
— Brest, Lewis F.Lewis F. Brest Army E-01Private Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 01865-04-06Apr 6, 1865 Capture of flag.
— Brewer, William J.William J. Brewer Army E-01Private Appomattox campaign, Virginia 01865-04-04Apr 4, 1865 Capture of engineer flag, Army of Northern Virginia.
— Breyer, CharlesCharles Breyer Army Sergeant First Battle of Rappahannock Station, Virginia 01862-08-23Aug 23, 1862 Voluntarily, and at great personal risk, picked up an unexploded shell and threw it away, thus doubtless saving the life of a comrade whose arm had been taken off by the same shell.
— Briggs, Elijah A.Elijah A. Briggs Army E-04Corporal Petersburg, Virginia 01865-04-03Apr 3, 1865 Capture of battle flag.
— Bringle, AndrewAndrew Bringle Army E-04Corporal Battle of Sayler's Creek, Virginia 01865-04-06Apr 6, 1865 Charged the enemy and assisted Sgt. Norton in capturing a fieldpiece and 2 prisoners.
— Brinn, AndrewAndrew Brinn Navy Seaman Aboard the USS Mississippi 01863-03-14March 14, 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Mississippi during her abandonment and firing in the engagement at Port Hudson, 14 March 1863
— Bronner, August F.August F. Bronner Army E-01Private Battle of White Oak Swamp, Virginia and Battle of Malvern Hill, Virginia 01862-06-30Jun 30, 1862 and 01862-07-01Jul 1, 1862 Continued to fight after being severely wounded.
— Bronson, James H.James H. Bronson Army First Sergeant Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 01864-09-29Sep 29, 1864 Took command of his company, all the officers having been killed or wounded, and gallantly led it.
— Brosnan, JohnJohn Brosnan Army Sergeant Second Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 01864-06-17Jun 17, 1864 Rescued a wounded comrade who lay exposed to the enemy's fire, receiving a severe wound in the effort.
— Brouse, Charles W.Charles W. Brouse Army Captain Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 01863-11-25Nov 25, 1863 To encourage his men whom he had ordered to lie down while under severe fire, and who were partially protected by slight earthworks, himself refused to lie down, but walked along the top of the works until he fell severely wounded.
— Brown, CharlesCharles Brown Army Sergeant Battle of Globe Tavern, Virginia 01864-08-19Aug 19, 1864 Capture of flag of 47th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).
— Brown, Edward, Jr.Edward Brown, Jr. Army E-04Corporal Second Battle of Fredericksburg and Salem Heights, Virginia 01863-05-03May 3, 1863 – 01863-05-04May 4, 1863 Severely wounded while carrying the colors, he continued at his post, under fire, until ordered to the rear.
— Brown, Henri Le FevreHenri Le Fevre Brown Army Sergeant Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia 01864-05-06May 6, 1864 Voluntarily and under a heavy fire from the enemy, 3 times crossed the field of battle with a load of ammunition in a blanket on his back, thus supplying the Federal forces, whose ammunition had nearly all been expended, and enabling them to hold their position until reinforcement arrived, when the enemy were driven from their position.
— Brown, JamesJames Brown Navy Quartermaster Aboard the USS Albatross, Fort DeRussy 01863-05-04May 4, 1863 Served on board the U.S.S. Albatross during action against Fort DeRussy in the Red River Area on 4 May 1863.
— Brown, Jeremiah Z.Jeremiah Z. Brown Army Captain Petersburg, Virginia 01864-10-27Oct 27, 1864 With 100 selected volunteers, assaulted and captured the works of the enemy, together with a number of officers and men.
— Brown, JohnJohn Brown Navy Captain of the Forecastle Aboard the USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay 01864-08-05August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864.
— Brown, John H.John H. Brown Army First Sergeant Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 01863-05-19May 19, 1863 Voluntarily carried a verbal message from Col. A. C. Parry to Gen. Hugh Ewing through a terrific fire and in plain view of the enemy.
— Brown, John HartiesJohn Harties Brown Army Captain Second Battle of Franklin, Tenn. 01864-11-30Nov 30, 1864 Capture of flag.
— Brown, Morris, Jr.Morris Brown, Jr.* Army Captain Battle of Gettysburg, Pa. 01863-07-03Jul 3, 1863 Capture of flag.
— Brown, RobertRobert Brown Navy Captain of the Top Aboard the USS Richmond, Battle of Mobile Bay 01864-08-05August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Richmond in action at Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864.
Brown, Robert B.Robert B. Brown Army E-01Private Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tenn. 01863-11-25Nov 25, 1863 On board the U.S.S. Richmond in action at Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864.
— Brown, UriahUriah Brown Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 01863-05-22May 22, 1863 Despite the death of his captain at his side during the assault he continued carrying his log to the defense ditch. While he was laying his log in place he was shot down and thrown into the water. Unmindful of his own wound he, despite the intense fire, dragged 5 of his comrades from the ditch, wherein they lay wounded, to a place of safety.
— Brown, William H.William H. Brown Navy Landsman Aboard the USS Brooklyn, Battle of Mobile Bay 01864-08-05August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864.
— Brown, WilsonWilson Brown Navy Landsman Aboard the USS Hartford, Battle of Mobile Bay 01864-08-05Aug 5, 1864 On board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864.
Brown, Wilson W.Wilson W. Brown Army E-01Private Great Locomotive Chase, Ga. 01862-04-01Apr 1862 One of the 19 of 22 men (including 2 civilians) who, by direction of Gen. Mitchell (or Buell), penetrated nearly 200 miles south into enemy territory and captured a railroad train at Big Shanty, Ga., in an attempt to destroy the bridges and tract between Chattanooga and Atlanta.
Brownell, Francis E.Francis E. Brownell Army E-01Private Alexandria, Virginia 01861-05-24May 24, 1861 Killed the murderer of Colonel Ellsworth at the Marshall House Alexandria, Virginia First Civil War deed to merit Medal of Honor.
— Brownell, William P.William P. Brownell Navy Coxswain Aboard the USS Benton, Battle of Grand Gulf and Siege of Vicksburg 01863-05-02May 2, 1863 and 01863-05-22May 22, 1863 Served as coxswain on board the U.S.S. Benton during the attack on Great Gulf Bay, 2 May 1863, and Vicksburg, 22 May 1863. Carrying out his duties with coolness and courage, Brownell served gallantly against the enemy as captain of a 9-inch gun in the attacks on Great Gulf and Vicksburg and as a member of the Battery Benton before Vicksburg.
— Bruner, Louis J.Louis J. Bruner Army E-01Private Walkers Ford, Tenn. 01863-12-02Dec 2, 1863 Voluntarily passed through the enemy's lines under fire and conveyed to a battalion, then in a perilous position and liable to capture, information which enabled it to reach a point of safety.
— Brush, George W.George W. Brush Army First Lieutenant Ashepoo River, S.C. 01864-05-24May 24, 1864 Voluntarily commanded a boat crew, which went to the rescue of a large number of Union soldiers on board the stranded steamer Boston, and with great gallantry succeeded in conveying them to shore, being exposed during the entire time to heavy fire from a Confederate battery.
— Bruton, Christopher C.Christopher C. Bruton Army Captain Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia 01865-03-02Mar 2, 1865 Last name sometimes spelled "Braton"
— Brutsche, HenryHenry Brutsche Navy Landsman Aboard the USS Tacony, Plymouth, North Carolina 01864-10-31October 31, 1864 Served on board the U.S.S. Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina, 31 October 1864.
— Bryant, Andrew S.Andrew S. Bryant Army Sergeant New Bern, North Carolina 01863-05-23May 23, 1863 By his courage and judicious disposition of his guard of 16 men, stationed in a small earthwork at the head of the bridge, held in check and repulsed for a half hour a fierce attack of a strong force of the enemy, thus probably saving the city New Bern from capture.
— Buchanan, George A.George A. Buchanan* Army E-01Private Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 01864-09-29Sep 29, 1864 Took position in advance of the skirmish line and drove the enemy's cannoneers from their guns; was mortally wounded.
— Buck, F. ClarenceF. Clarence Buck Army E-04Corporal Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia 01864-09-29Sep 29, 1864 Although wounded, refused to leave the field until the fight closed.
— Buck, JamesJames Buck Navy Quartermaster Aboard the USS Brooklyn, Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip 01862-04-24April 24, 1862 – 01862-04-25April 25, 1862 Served on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip and at the taking of New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862.
— Buckingham, David E.David E. Buckingham Army O-02First Lieutenant Rowanty Creek, Virginia 01865-02-05Feb 5, 1865 Swam the partly frozen creek, under fire, in the attempt to capture a crossing.
— Buckles, Abram J.Abram J. Buckles Army Sergeant Battle of the Wilderness, Virginia 01864-05-05May 5, 1864 Though suffering from an open wound, carried the regimental colors until again wounded.
— Buckley, DenisDenis Buckley Army E-01Private Battle of Peachtree Creek, Ga. 01864-07-20Jul 20, 1864 Capture of flag of 31st Mississippi (C.S.A.).
— Buckley, John C.John C. Buckley Army Sergeant Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 01863-05-22May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
— Bucklyn, John K.John K. Bucklyn Army O-02First Lieutenant Battle of Chancellorsville, Virginia 01863-05-03May 3, 1863 Though himself wounded, gallantly fought his section of the battery under a fierce fire from the enemy until his ammunition was all expended, many of the cannoneers and most of the horses killed or wounded, and the enemy within 25 yards of the guns, when, disabling one piece, he brought off the other in safety.
— Buffington, John E.John E. Buffington Army Sergeant Third Battle of Petersburg, Virginia 01865-04-02Apr 2, 1865 Was the first enlisted man of the 3d Division to mount the parapet of the enemy's line.
Buffum, RobertRobert Buffum Army E-01Private Great Locomotive Chase, Ga. 01862-04-01Apr 1862 Third person to receive Medal of Honor
— Buhrman, Henry G.Henry G. Buhrman Army E-01Private Battle of Vicksburg, Miss. 01863-05-22May 22, 1863 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
— Bumgarner, WilliamWilliam Bumgarner Army Sergeant Petersburg, Virginia 01862-04-02Apr 2, 1862 Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
— Burbank, James H.James H. Burbank Army Sergeant Blackwater, near Franklin, Virginia 01862-10-03Oct 3, 1862 Gallantry in action while on detached service on board the gunboat Barney.
— Burger, JosephJoseph Burger Army E-01Private Nolensville, Tenn. 01863-02-15Feb 15, 1863 Grandfather of former Chief Justice of the United States Warren Burger.
— Burk, E. MichaelE. Michael Burk Army E-01Private Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia 01864-05-12May 12, 1864 Capture of flag, seizing it as his regiment advanced over the enemy's works. He received a bullet wound in the chest while capturing flag.
— Burk, ThomasThomas Burk Army Sergeant Battle of Wilderness 01864-05-06May 6, 1864 At the risk of his own life went back while the rebels were still firing and, finding Col. Wheelock unable to move, alone and unaided, carried him off the field of battle.
— Burke, Daniel W.Daniel W. Burke Army First Sergeant Battle of Shepherdstown, Virginia 01862-09-20Sep 20, 1862 Voluntarily attempted to spike a gun in the face of the enemy.
— Burke, ThomasThomas Burke Army E-01Private Hanover Courthouse, Virginia 01863-06-30Jun 30, 1863 Capture of battle flag.
— Burns, James M.James M. Burns Army Sergeant Battle of New Market, Virginia 01864-05-15May 15, 1864 Under a heavy fire of musketry, rallied a few men to the support of the colors, in danger of capture and bore them to a place of safety. One of his comrades having been severely wounded in the effort, Sgt. Burns went back a hundred yards m the face of the enemy's fire and carried the wounded man from the field.
— Burns, John M.John M. Burns Navy Seaman Aboard the USS Lackawanna, Battle of Mobile Bay 01864-08-05August 5, 1864 On board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864.
— Burritt, William W.William W. Burritt Army E-01Private Vicksburg, Miss. 01863-04-27Apr 27, 1863 Voluntarily acted as a fireman on a steam tug which ran the blockade and passed the batteries under a heavy fire.
— Burton, AlbertAlbert Burton Navy Seaman USS Wabash Landing Party, Second Battle of Fort Fisher 01865-01-15Jan 15, 1865 Served on board the U.S.S. Wabash in the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.
Butterfield, Daniel A.Daniel A. Butterfield Army Brigadier General Battle of Gaines' Mill, Virginia 01862-06-27Jun 27, 1862 Took up the colors and rallied the troops while under fire.
— Butterfield, Frank G.Frank G. Butterfield Army O-02First Lieutenant Salem Heights, Virginia 01863-05-04May 4, 1863 Took command of the skirmish line and covered the movement of his regiment out of a precarious position.
— Butts, GeorgeGeorge Butts Navy Gunner's Mate Aboard the USS Signal, Red River Campaign 01864-05-05May 5, 1864 Proceeding up the Red River, the U.S.S. Signal engaged a large force of enemy field batteries and sharpshooters, returning their fire until the ship was totally disabled, at which time the white flag was raised. Although entered on the sick list, Butts courageously carried out his duties during the entire engagement.
— Byrnes, JamesJames Byrnes Navy Boatswain's Mate Aboard the USS Louisville, Battle of Fort Hindman 01863-01-10January 10, 1863 – 01863-01-11January 11, 1863 Carrying out his duties through the thick of battle and acting as captain of a 9-inch gun, Brynes consistently showed "Attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action against the enemy."

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