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James M. Rutter

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James M. Rutter
Born(1841-05-13)May 13, 1841
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
DiedNovember 23, 1907(1907-11-23) (aged 66)
Place of burial
Hollenback Cemetery, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service / branchUnited States Army
Union Army
RankSergeant
Unit143rd Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment
Battles / warsBattle of Gettysburg
Awards Medal of Honor

James May Rutter (May 13, 1841 – November 23, 1907) was an American soldier who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.

Biography

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Rutter served in the 143rd Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment. He received the Medal of Honor on October 30, 1896 for his actions at the Battle of Gettysburg on July 1, 1863, when he assisted Colonel George N. Reichard, who was wounded, to safety.[1]

Medal of Honor citation

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Citation:

At great risk of his life went to the assistance of a wounded comrade, and while under fire removed him to a place of safety.[2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "A Brave Soldier". Sunday News (Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania). 15 November 1896. p. 10. Retrieved 11 January 2022.
  2. ^ Congressional Medal of Honor Society
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