Myron H. Ranney

Myron H. Ranney (July 12, 1845/1846 - September 26/27, 1910) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War.

Ranney received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.

[1] Ranney's medal was won for his gallantry at the Second Battle of Bull Run in Virginia on August 30, 1862.

[1][2] Ranney was born in Franklinville, New York, entered service in Dansville, New York, and was buried in Tumwater, Washington.

[1] The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private Myron H. Ranney, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 30 August 1862, while serving with Company G, 13th New York Infantry, in action at Bull Run, Virginia.