John H. Harbourne, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

John H. Harbourne

Medal of Honor recipient

Date of Birth: 09-Sep-1840

Place of Birth: England, United Kingdom

Date of Death: 29-Nov-1928

Zodiac Sign: Virgo


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About John H. Harbourne

  • John H.
  • Harbourne (September 9, 1840 - November 29, 1928) was an English born American soldier who fought in the American Civil War.
  • Harbourne received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.
  • Harbourne's medal was won for his actions during the Second Battle of Petersburg on June 17, 1864.
  • He was honored with the award on February 24, 1897.Harbourne was born in England, and immigrated with his family to the US in 1850.
  • He joined the Army from Readville, Massachusetts in May 1864, and was discharged due to disability only four months later.
  • He was later buried in Fernwood, Pennsylvania.

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