James E. Cross
Corporal James Edwin Cross (March 27, 1840 - January 6, 1917) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Cross received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action at Blackburn's Ford in Virginia on 18 July 1861. He was honored with the award on 5 April 1898.
James E. Cross | |
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| Born | March 27, 1840 Darien, New York |
| Died | January 6, 1917 (aged 76) Albany, New York |
| Buried | Albany Rural Cemetery, Menands, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | 12th New York Infantry - Company K |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
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