| Chester S. Furman | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Born | February 14, 1842 |
| Died | July 22, 1910 (aged 68) |
| Place of birth | Edgar County, Illinois |
| Place of burial | Columbia, Pennsylvania |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit |
6th Pennsylvania Reserves US Army Signal Corps |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Gettysburg |
| Awards |
 Medal of Honor |
Chester S. Furman (February 14, 1842 - July 22, 1910) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography[]
Furman joined the 6th Pennsylvania Reserves in July 1861 and was transferred to the US Army Signal Corps in October 1863.[1] He received the Medal of Honor on August 3, 1897 for his actions on the second day of the Battle of Gettysburg.
Medal of Honor citation[]
Citation:
Was 1 of 6 volunteers who charged upon a log house near Devil's Den, where a squad of the enemy's sharpshooters were sheltered, and compelled their surrender.[2]
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External links[]
- Chester S. Furman at Find a Grave
- Chester S. Furman at Hall of Valor
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