John G. K. Ayers
John G. K. Ayers | |
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| Born | October 30, 1837 Washtenaw County, Michigan |
| Died | July 30, 1913 (aged 75) Michigan |
| Place of burial | Riverside Cemetery, Three Rivers, Michigan |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1865 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Company H, 8th Missouri Infantry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War • Siege of Vicksburg |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
John G. K. Ayers (1837 – 1913) was a Union Army soldier during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for gallantry during the Siege of Vicksburg on May 22, 1863.