| John Christopher Sagelhurst | |
| Birth Date: | June 1, 1841 |
| Death Date: | May 10, 1907 |
| Birth Place: | Buffalo, New York |
| Placeofburial: | Buffalo, New York |
| Rank: | Sergeant |
| Unit: | Company B, 1st New Jersey Cavalry |
| Battles: | Battle of Hatcher's Run American Civil War |
| Awards: | Medal of Honor |
John Christopher Sagelhurst (June 1, 1841 - May 10, 1907) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Sagelhurst received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.[1] Sagelhurst's medal was won for his gallantry at the Battle of Hatcher's Run in Virginia on February 6, 1865.[1] He was honored with the award on January 3, 1906.[1] [2]
Sagelhurst was born in Buffalo, New York, entered service in Jersey City, New Jersey, and was later buried in Buffalo.[1]