Isaac James (Medal of Honor)

Isaac James was an American soldier who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Serving as a private, he demonstrated exceptional bravery during the final campaigns of the conflict.

On April 2, 1865, during the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia, Private James performed the action that would define his military service. He successfully captured a Confederate battle flag, a feat of significant valor during the chaotic combat of the Union breakthrough.

For his gallantry, James was awarded the Medal of Honor on May 10, 1865, making him one of the select group of soldiers recognized with the nation's highest military decoration for actions during the Civil War.