Charles H. Knight
Charles H. Knight (1839 - August 9, 1904) was an American soldier and recipient of the Medal of Honor who received the award for his actions in the American Civil War.
Biography[edit]
Knight was born in Keene, Chesire County, New Hampshire in 1839.[1] He served as a corporal with Company I of the 9th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry Regiment in the Union Army.[1] He earned his medal in action at Petersburg, Virginia on July 30, 1864.[1] His medal was issued on July 27, 1896.[2] He died on August 9, 1904, in West Springfield, Massachusetts and is now buried in Oak Grove Cemetery, Springfield, Massachusetts.[1]
Medal of Honor Citation[edit]
For extraordinary heroism on 30 July 1864, in action at Petersburg, Virginia. In company with a sergeant, Corporal Knight was the first to enter the exploded mine; was wounded but took several prisoners to the Federal lines.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d "Charles H Knight | U.S. Civil War | U.S. Army | Medal of Honor Recipient". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved 2022-02-15.
- ^ a b "Charles Knight - Recipient -". valor.militarytimes.com. Retrieved 2022-02-15.