Edward Van Winkle

Edward Van Winkle (c. 1839 – July 30, 1891) was an American soldier who fought in the Union Army during the American Civil War and was a recipient of the Medal of Honor.

Also known as Edwin, he was born in Phelps, New York.[1] He fought as Corporal in the 148th New York Volunteer Infantry.[2] He earned his medal on September 29, 1864, at the Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia. He is buried in Oak Hill Cemetery, Battle Creek, Michigan.[3]

Medal of Honor Citation

Took position in advance of the skirmish line and drove the enemy's cannoneers from their guns.[4]

References

  1. ^ "Edward (edwin) van Winkle | U.S. Civil War | U.S. Army | Medal of Honor Recipient". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved 2021-06-10.
  2. ^ "Van Winkle, Edward". The National Medal of Honor Museum. Retrieved 2021-06-10.
  3. ^ "List by Alphabet ( U-Z ) » Medal of Honor Historical Society of the United States". www.mohhsus.com. Retrieved 2021-06-10.
  4. ^ "Edward (Edwin) Van Winkle - Recipient -". valor.militarytimes.com. Retrieved 2021-06-10.


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