About James G. Clark
Lived 1843 – 1911 (aged 68). James G. Clark was an American military personnel.
Private James G. Clark (October 31, 1843 to December 16, 1911) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Clark received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Second Battle of Petersburg in Virginia on 18 June 1864. He was honored with the award on 30 April 1892.
Biography Clark was born in Germantown, Pennsylvania on 31 October 1843. He enlisted in 88th Pennsylvania Infantry. He died on 16 December 1911 and his remains are interred at the Fernwood Cemetery in Pennsylvania.
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Who was James G. Clark?
Medal of Honor recipient
When was James G. Clark born?
James G. Clark was born on 31 October 1843 in Germantown Township.
When did James G. Clark die?
James G. Clark died on 16 December 1911 in Pennsylvania.
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James G. Clark was a military personnel.
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James G. Clark was American.
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