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James J. Purman — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score100955th out of 4539

Number of Medals1

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1002618 of 4539

U.S. Army#396of 2023

Infantry#373of 1570

Battle of Gettysburg#1of 75

American Civil War#8of 1095

James J. Purman

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army

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Battle of GettysburgAmerican Civil War

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor

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Biography

James J. Purman was an American soldier who fought with the Union Army during the American Civil War. Serving as a First Lieutenant, Purman demonstrated exceptional bravery on the battlefield, most notably during the pivotal Battle of Gettysburg.

On July 2, 1863, during the intense fighting at Gettysburg, Purman performed the actions that would later earn him the United States' highest military decoration. His conspicuous gallantry during this critical engagement cemented his place in American military history.

For his extraordinary heroism at Gettysburg, Purman was awarded the Medal of Honor, recognizing his selfless service and valor in the face of the enemy during one of the war's most famous battles.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

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Heroic Score100 pts