Sidney Warren Thaxter

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Major Sidney Warren Thaxter, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 27 October 1864, while serving with 1st Maine Cavalry, in action at Hatcher's Run, Virginia. Major Thaxter voluntarily remained and participated in the battle with conspicuous gallantry, although his term of service had expired and he had been ordered home to be mustered out.

General Orders: Date of Issue: September 10, 1897

Action Date: October 27, 1864

Service: Army

Rank: Major

Division: 1st Maine Cavalry