John C. Gilmore

1837 – 1922

John C. Gilmore served the U.S. Army. John was 85 years old.

Service Record

U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

3 May 1863 · At Salem Heights, Va. · Major, 16th New York Infantry.

Seized the colors of his regiment and gallantly rallied his men under a very severe fire.

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Medal of Honor - Army May 3, 1863 · At Salem Heights, Va. · Major, 16th New York Infantry.

Seized the colors of his regiment and gallantly rallied his men under a very severe fire.

Burial Information

Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery

Section 1

Grave 268-269

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