James Evans

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Went out in front of the line under a fierce fire and, in the face of the rapidly advancing enemy, rescued the regimental flag with which the color bearer had fallen.

Rank: Private
Date of Issue: February 25, 1895
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Army

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