Milton Blickensderfer

Corporal Milton Blickensderfer was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Serving with the U.S. Army, he demonstrated exceptional bravery during the final stages of the conflict in Virginia.

On 3 April 1865, during the intense combat at Petersburg, Virginia, Blickensderfer performed the actions that would earn him the nation's highest military decoration. His valor during this critical engagement was quickly recognized by his commanders.

For his extraordinary heroism at Petersburg, Blickensderfer was honored with the Medal of Honor on 10 May 1865, shortly after the cessation of major hostilities, securing his legacy as one of the distinguished Union veterans of the Civil War.