John Shapland
# John Shapland

John Shapland (March 4, 1832 – February 5, 1923) was an English soldier who fought for the Union Army of the United States during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.

## Biography

Shapland served in the 104th Illinois Infantry Regiment. He received the Medal of Honor on October 30, 1897 for his actions at Elk River, Tennessee on July 2, 1863.

## Medal of Honor citation

Citation:

   Voluntarily joined a small party that, under a heavy fire, captured a stockade and saved the bridge."
