U.S. Army
Holton, Charles MaynardConflictCivil War
RankSecond Lieutenant
Year of Action1863
Unit/CommandCompany A, 7th Michigan Cavalry
HometownPotter, New York
Citation
Capture of flag of 55th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.). In the midst of the battle with foot soldiers he dismounted to capture the flag.
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