Henry Brutsche
Landsman Henry Brutsche (1846 to December 27, 1880) was a Union Navy sailor who fought in the American Civil War. Brutsche received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action aboard the USS Tacony at Plymouth, North Carolina on 31 October 1864. He was honored with the award on 31 December 1864.[1][2]
Henry Brutsche | |
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| Born | 1846 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Died | December 27, 1880 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
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| Allegiance | .svg.png.webp){kind=small} United States of AmericaUnion |
| Service/ |  United States NavyUnion Navy |
| Rank | Landsman |
| Unit | USS Tacony (1863) |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography
Brutsche was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1846. He enlisted into the United States Navy. He died on 27 December 1880 and his remains are interred at the Lawnview Memorial Park in Rockledge, Pennsylvania.
Medal of Honor citation
Served on board the U.S.S. Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina, 31 October 1864.[1][2]
References
- "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 24 November 2013.
- "Henry Brutsche". Archived from the original on 3 December 2013. Retrieved 24 November 2013.
External links
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