Career
Lonsway enlisted in the Army from Sackett"s Harbor, New York in October 1863, and mustered out with his regiment in July 1865.
- Photos
- Works
- Photos
- Works
Joseph Lonsway
Edit Profile
-
Born
-
Died
January 22, 1925 (aged 80) -
Nationality
United States
Awards
-
Medal of Honor Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Private, Company D, 20th New York Cavalry. Place and date: At Murfrees Station, Va., October 16, 1864. Entered service at:------. Birth: Clayton, N.Y. Date of issue: Unknown. Citation: Volunteered to swim Blackwater River to get a large flat used as a ferry on other side; succeeded in getting the boat safely across, making it possible for a detachment to cross the river and take possession of the enemy's breastworks.Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Private, Company D, 20th New York Cavalry. Place and date: At Murfrees Station, Va., October 16, 1864. Entered service at:------. Birth: Clayton, N.Y. Date of issue: Unknown. Citation: Volunteered to swim Blackwater River to get a large flat used as a ferry on other side; succeeded in getting the boat safely across, making it possible for a detachment to cross the river and take possession of the enemy's breastworks.