Conrad Schmidt

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Went to the assistance of his regimental commander, whose horse had been killed under him in a charge, mounted the officer behind him, under a heavy fire from the enemy, and returned him to his command.

Rank: First Sergeant
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Army

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