West Funk
West Funk | |
|---|---|
 Civil War era Army Medal of Honor | |
| Born | 1841 Boston, Massachusetts |
| Died | July 29, 1897 Kings Park Psychiatric Center Smithtown, New York |
| Allegiance |  United States of AmericaUnion |
| Service |  United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Years of service | 1862 - 1865 |
| Rank | Major Brevet Lieutenant Colonel |
| Unit | 121st Pennsylvania Infantry |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Appomattox Court House |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
West Funk (b. 1841 - d. July 29, 1897) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography
Funk enlisted in the 121st Pennsylvania in September 1862, and was mustered out with the rest of his regiment in June 1865. [1] He was awarded the Medal of Honor on October 15, 1872 for his actions at the Battle of Appomattox Court House.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Capture of flag of 46th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.).[2]
