Lester Archer

Lester Archer 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. 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.