John W. Boutwell
Born(1845-08-03)August 3, 1845
Hanover, New Hampshire
DiedDecember 11, 1920(1920-12-11) (aged 75)
AllegianceUnited States United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Union Army
RankPrivate
UnitNew Hampshire 18th Regiment New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry
Battles/warsThird Battle of Petersburg
Awards Medal of Honor

John W. Boutwell (August 3, 1845 - December 11, 1920) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.

Biography

Boutwell served in the Union Army in the 18th New Hampshire Infantry. He received the Medal of Honor on April 2, 1865, for his actions at the Third Battle of Petersburg.

Medal of Honor citation

Citation:

Brought off from the picket line, under heavy fire, a comrade who had been shot through both legs.[1]

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