Charles H. Pierce
Philippine-American War Medal of Honor recipient
Intro | Philippine-American War Medal of Honor recipient | |
Places | Philippines | |
was | Military leader | |
Work field | Military | |
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Birth | 22 February 1875, Maryland | |
Death | 2 March 1944 (aged 69 years) |
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.
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.