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Charles H. Pierce
Philippine-American War Medal of Honor recipient

Charles H. Pierce

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Philippine-American War Medal of Honor recipient
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Maryland
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69 years
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Biography

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.

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