Charles Schroeter
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Charles Schroeter (July 4, 1837 – January 27, 1921) was a United States Army soldier who received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the American Indian Wars, while serving with Company G, 8th Regiment of the United States Cavalry. A German immigrant, his military career spanned thirty-one years, from 1863 to 1894, during which he also saw action in the American Civil War. He also served a tour of duty in the United States Marine Corps.[1] After retirement from the military, he became a merchant.[2]
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Born | (1837-07-04)July 4, 1837 Lüneburg, Kingdom of Hanover |
Died | January 27, 1921(1921-01-27) (aged 83) San Diego, California, US |
Buried | Miramar National Cemetery San Diego, California |
Allegiance | United States Union |
Service/ | Union Army 1863–1865 United States Army 1866–1876 United States Marine Corps 1876–1881 United States Army 1881–1894 |
Rank | Sergeant |
Unit | Medal of Honor with Company G of 8th United States Cavalry 1869 |
Battles/wars | American Civil War Battle at Chiricahua Mountains(MOH) American Indian Wars |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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