Hartwell B. Compson

1842 – 1905

Hartwell B. Compson served the U.S. Army. Hartwell was 63 years old.

Service Record

U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

2 March 1865 · At Waynesboro, Va. · Major, 8th New York Cavalry.

Capture of flag belonging to Gen. Early's headquarters.

Awards & Decorations 1

Medal of Honor - Army March 2, 1865 · At Waynesboro, Va. · Major, 8th New York Cavalry.

Capture of flag belonging to Gen. Early's headquarters.

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