Lester Archer (c. 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.Regimental roster 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.Congressional Medal of Honor Society

See also

List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: A-F

References

External links

Military Times