Died April 27, 1916 Name Frederick Ballen Unit 47th Ohio Infantry | ||
Born August 11, 1843Germany ( 1843-08-11 ) Service/branch | ||
Frederick A. Ballen (August 11, 1843 - April 27, 1916) was a German soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
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Biography
Archer served in the American Civil War in the 47th Ohio Infantry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on November 6, 1908 for his actions at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Was one of a party that volunteered and attempted to run the enemy's batteries with a steam tug and 2 barges loaded with subsistence stores.
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