Charles H. De Puy

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Charles H. DePuy
Born(1842-09-08)September 8, 1842
Sherman, Michigan
DiedJanuary 6, 1935(1935-01-06) (aged 92)
Buried
Evergreen Cemetery
AllegianceFlag of the United States (1861-1863).svg  United States of America
Service/branchFlag of the United States Army.svg  United States Army
RankFirst Sergeant
Unit Flag of Michigan.svg 1st Michigan Volunteer Sharpshooters Regiment - Company H
Battles/wars Battle of the Crater
AwardsMedal of Honor ribbon.svg Medal of Honor

First Sergeant Charles H. DePuy (September 8, 1842 to January 6, 1935) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. DePuy received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of the Crater in Petersburg, Virginia on 30 July 1864. He was honored with the award on 30 July 1896. [1] [2]

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Biography

DePuy was born in Sherman, Michigan on 8 September 1842. He enlisted into the 1st Michigan Sharpshooters. He died on 6 January 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]

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References

  1. 1 2 "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Archived from the original on 3 March 2016. Retrieved 16 November 2013.
  2. 1 2 "Charles H. Depuy". Archived from the original on 2013-11-16. Retrieved 16 November 2013.