John Curtis Gilmore (April 18, 1837 – December 22, 1922) was an

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soldier who fought in the

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. He received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the

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. Gilmore's medal was won for capturing the flag and rallying the spirits of the troops under his command during the

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on May 3, 1863. He was honored with the award on October 10, 1892.

Biography

Gilmore was born in Canada and was commissioned as a Captain in May 1861. He was promoted to

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in September 1862 and mustered out in 1863. He rejoined the Army in 1865 and rose to the rank of

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before retiring on his 64th birthday in 1901.Historical Register and Dictionary of the US Army
/ref> He was a companion of the District of Columbia Commandery of the

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Death and interment

Following his death on December 22, 1922, he was buried at

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Medal of Honor citation

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Biography

Death and interment

Medal of Honor citation

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