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Charles M. Thatcher
Private
1844 – 1900
Private Charles M. Thatcher served the U.S. Army. Charles was 56 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Army
Private
Medal of Honor
30 July 1864 · At Petersburg, Va. · Private, Company B, 1st Michigan Sharpshooters.
Instead of retreating or surrendering when the works were captured, regardless of his personal safety continued to return the enemy's fire until he was captured.
Awards & Decorations
1
For valor
Medal of Honor - Army
Instead of retreating or surrendering when the works were captured, regardless of his personal safety continued to return the enemy's fire until he was captured.
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