Benjamin H. Jellison
Medal of Honor recipient
About Benjamin H. Jellison
Lived 1845 – 1924 (aged 78). Benjamin H. Jellison was an American.
Benjamin H. Jellison (December 29, 1845 – April 5, 1924) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Jellison received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Jellison's medal was won for his heroism at the Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on July 3, 1863.
Jellison was one of seven soldiers from the 19th Massachusetts Infantry who were awarded the Medal of Honor. He joined the Army in July 1861, and mustered out with his regiment in June 1865. After the civil war, Jellison served in the Massachusetts militia from 1873 to 1893, where he was promoted to captain, having entered the militia as a private. and was buried in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
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Who was Benjamin H. Jellison?
Medal of Honor recipient
When was Benjamin H. Jellison born?
Benjamin H. Jellison was born on 29 December 1845 in Newburyport.
When did Benjamin H. Jellison die?
Benjamin H. Jellison died on 5 April 1924 in Reading.
What nationality was Benjamin H. Jellison?
Benjamin H. Jellison was American.
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