Adelbert N. Everson (April 12, 1841 – July 23, 1913) was an American soldier who fought in the

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. Everson received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the

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, for his action during the

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in Virginia on 1 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 10 May 1865.

Biography

Everson was born in

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, on 12 April 1841. He enlisted in the 185th New York Infantry. He died on 23 July 1913 and his remains are interred at the Riverside Cemetery in Brewerton, New York.

Medal of Honor citation

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Biography

Medal of Honor citation

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