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Josiah Phillips

1830 – 1894

Medal of Honor recipient

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About Josiah Phillips

Lived 1830 – 1894 (aged 63–64).

Private Josiah Phillips (c. 1830 – December 11, 1894) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War for the Union. Phillips served in the 148th Pennsylvania Infantry regiment, a volunteer regiment that was a part of the Army of the Potomac. Phillips received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Phillips's medal was won for his capturing of the flag during the Battle of Sutherland's Station on April 2, 1865.

Phillips was born in Wyoming County in New York, and entered service in Ulysses, Pennsylvania, where the 148th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment was recruiting.

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Important facts

Born
1830, Wyoming County
Birth century
Awards
Medal of Honor

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Josiah Phillips?

Medal of Honor recipient

When was Josiah Phillips born?

Josiah Phillips was born in 1830 in Wyoming County.

When did Josiah Phillips die?

Josiah Phillips died on 11 December 1894.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Josiah Phillips

· Wikidata: Q17183154

· DBpedia: Josiah Phillips

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