Benjamin Franklin Falls

Benjamin Franklin Falls (July 1, 1824 - May 12, 1864) was a Medal of Honor recipient, an honor he received for his actions during the American Civil War.

Biography
Falls, who served in the war as a Color Sergeant of Company A, 19th Massachusetts Infantry, earned the award for his bravery during the third day of the Battle of Gettysburg, on July 3, 1863. His citation, awarded posthumously on December 1, 1864, simply reads, "capture of flag."

Following his death, he was interred at Pine Grove Cemetery in Lynn, Massachusetts.