John B. Fassett
| John B. Fassett | |
|---|---|
| Born |
1843 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Died |
January 18, 1905 Bronx, New York |
| Buried at | The Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, NY |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States Army |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit |
 Company F, 23rd Pennsylvania Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Gettysburg |
| Awards |
 Medal of Honor |
Captain John Barclay Fassett (1843 to January 18, 1905) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Fassett received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Gettysburg in Pennsylvania on 2 July 1863. He was honored with the award on 29 December 1894.[1][2]
Biography
Fassett was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1843. He enlisted into the 23rd Pennsylvania Infantry. He died on 18 January 1905 and his remains are interred in The Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, New York.
Medal of Honor citation
While acting as an aide, voluntarily led a regiment to the relief of a battery and recaptured its guns from the enemy.[1][2]
See also
References
- 1 2 "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 19 November 2013.
- 1 2 "John Barclay Fassett". Retrieved 19 November 2013.
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