Charles A. Goheen
Medal of Honor recipient
About Charles A. Goheen
Lived 1843 – 1899 (aged 55).
Charles A. Goheen (August 5, 1843 – May 8, 1899) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Goheen received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Goheen's medal was won for capturing the flag at the Battle of Waynesboro in Virginia on March 2, 1865.
Goheen was born in Groveland, New York, entered service in Rochester, and was buried in Honeoye Falls, New York.
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Who was Charles A. Goheen?
Medal of Honor recipient
When was Charles A. Goheen born?
Charles A. Goheen was born on 5 August 1843 in Groveland.
When did Charles A. Goheen die?
Charles A. Goheen died on 8 May 1899.
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