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John F. Benjamin

Medal of Honor recipient

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About John F. Benjamin

Corporal John F. Benjamin was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Benjamin was awarded the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Sayler's Creek in Virginia on 6 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 3 May 1865.

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Important facts

Born

Orange County

Awards

Medal of Honor

Frequently asked questions

Who was John F. Benjamin?

Medal of Honor recipient

When was John F. Benjamin born?

John F. Benjamin was born in Orange County.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John F. Benjamin

· Wikidata: Q16827051

· DBpedia: John F. Benjamin (Medal of Honor)

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John F. Benjamin. https://biography.guide/john-f-benjamin-qa66f170c/

MLA: "John F. Benjamin." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-f-benjamin-qa66f170c/.

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