Lester Archer
| Lester Archer | |
|---|---|
| Born |
1838 Fort Ann, New York |
| Died |
October 27, 1864 Virginia |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1864 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 96th New York Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Chaffin's Farm |
| Awards |
 Medal of Honor |
Lester Archer (1838 - October 27, 1864) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography
Archer enlisted in the Army from Fort Edward, New York in December 1861, and was promoted to Sergeant in June 1864. [1] He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor on April 6, 1865 for his actions at the Battle of Fair Oaks & Darbytown Road.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Gallantry in placing the colors of his regiment on the fort.[2]
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