Charles W. Ray (August 6, 1872 - March 23, 1959) was a sergeant in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.
Charles W. Ray | |
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| Born | August 6, 1872 Pensacola, Yancey County, North Carolina |
| Died | March 23, 1959 (aged 86) |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1898 - 1900 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | Company I, 22d U.S. Infantry |
| Battles / wars | Philippine–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Medal of Honor citation
editRank and organization: Sergeant, Company I, 22d U.S. Infantry. Place and date: Near San Isidro, Luzon, Philippine Islands, 19 October 1899. Entered service at: St. Louis, Mo. Birth: Pensacola Yancey County, N.C. Date of issue: 18 April 1902.
Citation:
Most distinguished gallantry in action. Captured a bridge with the detachment he commanded and held it against a superior force of the enemy, thereby enabling an army to come up and cross.
See also
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References
edit- ""RAY, CHARLES W." entry". Medal of Honor recipients: Philippine–American War. United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Archived from the original on 2008-04-20. Retrieved 2008-04-15.
External links
edit- "Charles W. Ray". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2008-09-15.
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