J. C. Langbein

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

A drummer boy, 15 years of age, he voluntarily and under a heavy fire went to the aid of a wounded officer, procured medical ass1stance for him, and aided in carrying him to a place of safety.

Rank: Musician
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Army

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