James H. Harris
James H. Harris | |
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Sergeant James H. Harris | |
| Born | 1828 Saint Mary's County, Maryland, US |
| Died | January 28, 1898 (aged 69–70) |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States Union |
| Service | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1864–1867 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | Company B, 38th Regiment United States Colored Troops |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War • Battle of Chaffin's Farm |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
James H. Harris (1828 – January 28, 1898) was a African American soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He earned the highest military decoration in the United States—the Medal of Honor—for his actions at the Battle of Chaffin's Farm.