Hartranft, John Frederic - The National Medal of Honor Museum

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U.S. Army

Hartranft, John Frederic

ConflictCivil War

RankBrevet Major General

Year of Action1861

Unit/Command4th Pennsylvania Militia

HometownNew Hanover Township, Pennsylvania

Citation

Voluntarily served as an aide and participated in the battle after expiration of his term of service, distinguishing himself in rallying several regiments which had been thrown into confusion.

Branch: U.S. Army Conflict: Civil War Year of Action: 1861

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