John Shapland (March 4, 1832 – February 5, 1923) was an English soldier who fought for the Union Army of the United States during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.
John Shapland | |
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 Medal of Honor winner John Shapland 1913 | |
| Born | March 4, 1832 Barnstaple, North Devon, England |
| Died | February 5, 1923 (aged 90) |
| Place of burial | Greenwood Cemetery, York, Nebraska |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 104th Illinois Infantry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | Elk River, Tennessee |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography
editShapland served in the 104th Illinois Infantry Regiment. He received the Medal of Honor on October 30, 1897 for his actions at Elk River, Tennessee on July 2, 1863.
Medal of Honor citation
editCitation:
Voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge."[1]
