About Charles W. Ray
Lived 1872 – 1959 (aged 86). Charles W. Ray was an American military personnel.
Charles W. Ray (August 6, 1872 - March 23, 1959) was a sergeant in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Sergeant, Company I, 22d U.S. Infantry. Place and date: Near San Isidro, Luzon, Philippine Islands, 19 October 1899. Entered service at: St. Louis, Mo. Birth: Pensacola Yancey County, N.C. Date of issue: 18 April 1902.
Citation:
Most distinguished gallantry in action. Captured a bridge with the detachment he commanded and held it against a superior force of the enemy, thereby enabling an army to come up and cross.
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Who was Charles W. Ray?
Philippine-American War Medal of Honor recipient (1872-1959)
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Charles W. Ray was born on 6 August 1872 in Yancey County.
When did Charles W. Ray die?
Charles W. Ray died on 23 March 1959.
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Charles W. Ray was a military personnel.
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Charles W. Ray was American.
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