John D. Terry

1845 – 1919

John D. Terry served the U.S. Army. John was 73 years old.

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U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

14 March 1862 · At New Bern, N.C. · Sergeant, Company E, 23d Massachusetts Infantry.

In the thickest of the fight, where he lost his leg by a shot, still encouraged the men until carried off the field.

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Medal of Honor - Army March 14, 1862 · At New Bern, N.C. · Sergeant, Company E, 23d Massachusetts Infantry.

In the thickest of the fight, where he lost his leg by a shot, still encouraged the men until carried off the field.

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