The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Colonel John Frederic Hartranft, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 21 July 1861, while serving with 4th Pennsylvania Militia, in action at Bull Run, Virginia. Colonel Hartranft voluntarily served as an Aide and participated in the battle after expiration of his term of service, distinguishing himself in rallying several regiments which had been thrown into confusion.