| Adelbert N. Everson | |
|---|---|
| Born | (1841-04-12)April 12, 1841 Cicero, New York |
| Died | July 23, 1913(1913-07-23) (aged 72) Brewerton, New York |
| Buried | Riverside Cemetery, Brewerton, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit |  Company D, 185th New York Infantry |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Five Forks |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Adelbert N. Everson (April 12, 1841 – July 23, 1913) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Everson received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Five Forks in Virginia on 1 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 10 May 1865.
Biography
Everson was born in Cicero, New York, on 12 April 1841. He enlisted in the 185th New York Infantry. He died on 23 July 1913 and his remains are interred at the Riverside Cemetery in Brewerton, New York.
Medal of Honor citation
Capture of the enemy flag.
See also
References
- ^ "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Archived from the original on 3 March 2016. Retrieved 8 December 2013.
- ^ "Adelbert Everson". Archived from the original on 2013-12-13. Retrieved 8 December 2013.
- "U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 8 December 2013.