Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
U.S. Civil War - U.S. Army
Miles James
Details
- Rank: Corporal (Highest Rank: First Sergeant)
- Conflict/Era: U.S. Civil War
- Unit/Command:
Company B,
36th U.S. Colored Infantry - Military Service Branch: U.S. Army
- Medal of Honor Action Date: September 30, 1864
- Medal of Honor Action Place: Chapin's Farm, Virginia, USA
Citation
Having had his arm mutilated, making immediate amputation necessary, he loaded and discharged his piece with one hand and urged his men forward; this within 30 yards of the enemy's works.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: Portsmouth, Portsmouth County, Virginia
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Presentation Date & Details: April 6, 1865
- Born: 1829, Princess Anne County, VA, United States
- Died: August 28, 1871, Norfolk, VA, United States
- Buried: , Norfolk, VA, United States