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John A. Davidsizer

1834 – 1913

Medal of Honor recipient

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Lived 1834 – 1913 (aged 79). John A. Davidsizer was an American.

Sergeant John A. Davidsizer (April 26, 1834 – October 19, 1913) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Davidsizer received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action at Paines Crossroads, Virginia on 5 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 3 May 1865.

Biography Davidsizer was born in Milford, Pennsylvania on 26 April 1834. He enlisted into the 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry. He died on 19 October 1913.

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Who was John A. Davidsizer?

Medal of Honor recipient

When was John A. Davidsizer born?

John A. Davidsizer was born on 26 April 1834 in Milford.

When did John A. Davidsizer die?

John A. Davidsizer died on 19 October 1913 in Lewistown.

What nationality was John A. Davidsizer?

John A. Davidsizer was American.

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