John C. Sagelhurst

John Christopher Sagelhurst (June 1, 1841 - May 10, 1907) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Sagelhurst received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.[1] Sagelhurst's medal was won for his gallantry at the Battle of Hatcher's Run in Virginia on February 6, 1865.[1] He was honored with the award on January 3, 1906.[1][2]

John Christopher Sagelhurst
BornJune 1, 1841
Buffalo, New York
DiedMay 10, 1907
Buried
Buffalo, New York
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
RankSergeant
Unit Company B, 1st New Jersey Cavalry
Battles/warsBattle of Hatcher's Run
American Civil War
Awards Medal of Honor

Sagelhurst was born in Buffalo, New York, entered service in Jersey City, New Jersey, and was later buried in Buffalo.[1]

Medal of Honor citation

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Sergeant John Christopher Sagelhurst, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 6 February 1865, while serving with Company B, 1st New York Cavalry, in action at Hatcher's Run, Virginia. Under a heavy fire from the enemy, Sergeant Sagelhurst carried off the field a commissioned officer who was severely wounded and also led a charge on the enemy's rifle pits.[1]

See also

References
  1. "John C. Sagelhurst". Archived from the original on July 28, 2014. Retrieved July 19, 2014.
  2. "Civil War (S-T) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved July 19, 2014.
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