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John J. Thompson (August 14, 1838 - July 2, 1915) was a Duchy of Holstein-born soldier in the Union Army in the American Civil War. The medal was granted for actions at the Battle of Hatcher's Run on 6 February, 1865 whilst serving as a Corporal in the 1st Maryland Infantry. Thompson was born the Duchy of Holstein, (then controlled by Denmark) and died in Baltimore, Maryland where he was buried in Immanuel Cemetery.

Medal of Honor Citation

As color bearer with most conspicuous gallantry preceded his regiment in the assault and planted his flag upon the enemy's works.

Date Issued: 10 September, 1897

References

1. "John J. Thompson | U.S. Civil War | U.S. Army | Medal of Honor Recipient". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved 2021-05-20.
2. "John Thompson - Recipient -". valor.militarytimes.com. Retrieved 2021-05-20.

• 1838 births
• 1915 deaths
• People from the Duchy of Holstein
• Immigrants to the United States
• American Civil War recipients of the Medal of Honor
• United States Army Medal of Honor recipients