Charles H. De Puy
Charles H. DePuy | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 8, 1842 |
| Died | January 6, 1935 (aged 92) |
| Buried | Evergreen Cemetery |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Branch |  United States Army |
| Rank | First Sergeant |
| Unit |  1st Michigan Volunteer Sharpshooters Regiment - Company H |
| Conflicts | Battle of the Crater |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
First Sergeant Charles H. DePuy (September 8, 1842 – January 6, 1935) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. DePuy received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of the Crater in Petersburg, Virginia on July 30, 1864. He was honored with the award on July 30, 1896.[1][2]
Biography
DePuy was born in Sherman, Michigan, on September 8, 1842. He enlisted into the 1st Michigan Sharpshooters. He died on January 6, 1935, and his remains are interred at the Evergreen Cemetery in Michigan.
Medal of Honor citation
Being an old artillerist, aided General Bartlett in working the guns of the dismantled fort.[1][2]
See also
References
- ^ a b "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Archived from the original on 3 March 2016. Retrieved 16 November 2013.
- ^ a b "Charles H. Depuy". Retrieved 16 November 2013.
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