Charles H. De Puy
Charles H. DePuy | |
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| Born | September 8, 1842 Sherman, Michigan |
| 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 |
| Battles / wars | Battle of the Crater |
| Awards | 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.