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U.S. Civil War - U.S. Army

Charles H Seston

Details
  • Rank: Sergeant
  • Conflict/Era: U.S. Civil War
  • Unit/Command:
    Company I,
    11th Indiana Infantry
  • Military Service Branch: U.S. Army
  • Medal of Honor Action Date: September 19, 1864
  • Medal of Honor Action Place: Winchester, Virginia, USA
Citation
Gallant and meritorious service in carrying the regimental colors.
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: New Albany, Floyd County, Indiana
  • Awarded Posthumously: Yes
  • Presentation Date & Details: April 6, 1865
  • Born: 1840, New Albany, Floyd County, IN, United States
  • Died: September 19, 1864, Winchester, VA, United States
  • Buried: Fairview Cemetery, New Albany, IN, United States
 

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