Henry A. Barnum

1833 – 1892

Henry A. Barnum served the U.S. Army. Henry was 58 years old.

Service Record

U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

23 November 1863 · At Chattanooga, Tenn. · Colonel, 149th New York Infantry.

Although suffering severely from wounds, he led his regiment, inciting the men to greater action by word and example until again severely wounded.

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Medal of Honor - Army November 23, 1863 · At Chattanooga, Tenn. · Colonel, 149th New York Infantry.

Although suffering severely from wounds, he led his regiment, inciting the men to greater action by word and example until again severely wounded.

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