John Wainwright

1839 – 1915

John Wainwright served the U.S. Army. John was 75 years old.

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U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

15 January 1865 · At Fort Fisher, N.C. · First Lieutenant, Company F, 97th Pennsylvania Infantry.

Gallant and meritorious conduct, where, as first lieutenant, he commanded the regiment.

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Medal of Honor - Army January 15, 1865 · At Fort Fisher, N.C. · First Lieutenant, Company F, 97th Pennsylvania Infantry.

Gallant and meritorious conduct, where, as first lieutenant, he commanded the regiment.

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