John M. Vanderslice

John M. Vanderslice
Born (1846-08-31)August 31, 1846
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Died March 12, 1915(1915-03-12) (aged 68)
Place of burial Evansburg, Pennsylvania
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Union Army
Rank Private
Unit 8th Pennsylvania Cavalry
Battles/wars Battle of Hatcher's Run
Awards Medal of Honor

John Mitchell Vanderslice (August 31, 1846 - March 12, 1915) was an American soldier who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.

Biography

Vanderslice served in the American Civil War in the 8th Pennsylvania Cavalry. He received the Medal of Honor on September 1, 1893 for his actions at the Battle of Hatcher's Run on February 6, 1865.

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Private, Company D, 8th Pennsylvania Cavalry. Place and date: At Hatcher's Run, Va., 6 February 1865. Entered service at:------. Birth: Philadelphia, Pa. Date of Issue: 1 September 1893.

Citation:

Was the first man to reach the enemy's rifle pits, which were taken in the charge.[1]

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