Name Charles Pierce Died March 2, 1944 Rank Lieutenant | Awards Medal of Honor | |
Born February 22, 1875
Cecil County, Maryland ( 1875-02-22 ) Battles/wars Philippine-American War | ||
Service/branch United States Army Allegiance United States of America Battles and wars Philippine–American War | ||
Not to be confused with Charles H. Pearce
Charles Henry Pierce (February 22, 1875–March 2, 1944) was an Private in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine-American War.
He is buried at Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery in North Hollywood, California.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, Company I, 22d U.S. Infantry. Place and date: Near San Isidro, Luzon, Philippine Islands, October 19, 1899. Entered service at: Delaware City, Del. Birth: Cecil County, Md. Date of issue: March 10, 1902.
Citation:
Held a bridge against a superior force of the enemy and fought, though severely wounded, until the main body came up to cross.
References
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