Joseph Johnson

1843 – 1911

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Joseph Johnson served the U.S. Army. Joseph was 68 years old.

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Medal of Honor Recipient Joseph E. Johnson

Service Record

U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

29 September 1864 · At Fort Harrison, Va. · First Lieutenant, Company A, 58th Pennsylvania Infantry.

Though twice severely wounded while advancing in the assault, he disregarded his injuries and was among the first to enter the fort, where he was wounded for the third time.

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For valor

Medal of Honor - Army September 29, 1864 · At Fort Harrison, Va. · First Lieutenant, Company A, 58th Pennsylvania Infantry.

Though twice severely wounded while advancing in the assault, he disregarded his injuries and was among the first to enter the fort, where he was wounded for the third time.

Burial Information

Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery

Section 3

Grave 2278

In Our Keeping

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