b. 1840 New Albany, Indiana. d. 19/09/1864 Winchester, Virginia.
DATE OF MOH ACTION: 19/09/1864 Winchester, Virginia.
Seston joined the army from Indiana in August 1861. He was posthumously awarded his Medal of Honor following his actions at Winchester, Virginia. Sgt. Seston’s body was returned to Indiana for burial. In addition to Seston, two other soldiers of the 11th Indiana Infantry received the Medal of Honor for this action. The others were Pvt. Peter J. Ryan and Pvt. John T. Sterling. His Medal was presented to his family on April 6, 1865.
MOH CITATION:
Gallant and meritorious service in carrying the regimental colors.
BURIAL LOCATION: FAIRVIEW CEMETERY, NEW ALBANY, INDIANA.
SECTION 2, ROW 5, LOT 1.
LOCATION OF MEDAL: BELIEVED TO BE FAMILY.
