Edward C. Sharpless

1853 – 1934

Edward C. Sharpless served the U.S. Army. Edward was 80 years old.

Service Record

U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

9 September 1874 · At Upper Washita, Tex., 9-11 September 1874. · Corporal, Company H, 6th U.S. Cavalry.

While carrying dispatches was attacked by 125 hostile Indians, whom he (and a comrade) fought throughout the day.

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Medal of Honor - Army September 9, 1874 · At Upper Washita, Tex., 9-11 September 1874. · Corporal, Company H, 6th U.S. Cavalry.

While carrying dispatches was attacked by 125 hostile Indians, whom he (and a comrade) fought throughout the day.

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