James Frank Adams

This text provides information regarding the Medal of Honor recipients of the American Civil War, specifically covering surnames beginning with the letters A through F. During this conflict, many of these prestigious decorations were awarded to service members for the critical and highly dangerous tasks of capturing or saving regimental flags. Regimental flags served as crucial rallying points that guided unit movements, and their loss could disrupt a unit more severely than the death of its commanding officer.

The Medal of Honor represents the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. It is bestowed upon members of the United States armed forces who distinguish themselves conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their lives above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in action against an enemy of the United States. Due to the extreme risks involved in the actions that merit the award, it is frequently presented posthumously.