Charles E. Capehart
US Army officer and Medal of Honor recipient (1833–1865) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Charles E. Capehart (1833–1911) was an officer in the U.S. Cavalry during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for action following the Battle of Gettysburg on July 4, 1863.
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Charles E. Capehart | |
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Born | 1833 Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | 1911 (aged 77–78) Washington D.C., U.S. |
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Allegiance | United States Union |
Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1861–1865 |
Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
Commands held | 1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War • Battle of Gettysburg • Fight at Monterey Pass |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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