Charles Eberhard Salomon facts for kids
Charles Eberhard Salomon (born June 24, 1824 – died January 9, 1881) was an important officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He served as a colonel and later received an honorary promotion to brevet brigadier general of volunteers.
About Charles Salomon
Charles Salomon was born on June 24, 1824, in Prussia, which is now part of Germany. In the 1840s, he moved to the United States with his three brothers. They made their home in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
His family was quite notable. One of his brothers, Frederick Salomon, also became a brigadier general in the Union Army. Another brother, Edward Salomon, served as the Governor of Wisconsin. Charles Salomon married Alvina Pitzman, and they had three children. He died on January 9, 1881, in Salt Lake City.
In 1927, a special monument was built to honor Charles Salomon and his three brothers. It stands at the Manitowoc County, Wisconsin Courthouse.
Military Career in the Civil War
Charles Salomon and two of his brothers, Frederick and Herman, joined the Army in 1861. This was right after the Civil War began. On May 4, 1861, Charles Salomon became a captain in the 5th Missouri Volunteer Infantry (3 months, 1861). Just two weeks later, on May 18, 1861, he was promoted to colonel.
Soon after his promotion, he took part in the Battle of Carthage. He left the volunteer army on August 26, 1861.
Salomon rejoined the army on September 26, 1862. He became the colonel of the 9th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry Regiment. He took over command from his brother Frederick, who had been promoted. Charles Salomon led the 9th Wisconsin Infantry in several important battles. These included the First Battle of Newtonia, the Battle of Prairie Grove, the Battle of Helena, and the Battle of Jenkins' Ferry.
He was mustered out of the volunteers again on December 3, 1864. Later, on January 13, 1866, President Andrew Johnson nominated Salomon for an honorary promotion. He was appointed to the rank of brevet brigadier general of volunteers. The United States Senate officially approved this appointment on March 12, 1866.
