James M. Seitzinger
James M. Seitzinger (1846–1924) was an American recipient of Medal of Honor which he was awarded on March 1, 1906.[1]
James M. Seitzinger | |
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| Born | November 24, 1856 Pottsville, Pennsylvania |
| Died | January 14, 1924 (aged 67) |
| Buried | Christ Church Cemetery, Fountain Springs, Pennsylvania |
| Allegiance | .svg.png.webp){kind=small} United States of America |
| Service/ |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1864 - 1865 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit |  116th Pennsylvania Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of the Wilderness Battle of Cold Harbor |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Seitzinger was born on November 24, 1846 in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. In April 1864, he joined Company G of the 116th Pennsylvania Infantry along with his father Israel. Together they fought in the Battle of the Wilderness, Battle of Cold Harbor, Battle of Spotsylvania and Battle of Petersburg. On August 25, 1864 he was nominated for the Medal of Honor recipient, for his courageous flag rescue, but didn't receive the medal until March 1, 1906. He died at the age of 77, on January 14, 1924 and was buried at Christ Church Cemetery in Fountain Springs, Pennsylvania.[2]
References
- "James M. Seitzinger". Military Times. Archived from the original on August 7, 2013. Retrieved August 7, 2013.
- "Sgt. James M. Seitzinger & Family". Color Bearers. Archived from the original on September 28, 2013. Retrieved August 7, 2013.
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