Henry Casey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Henry Casey
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Casey in 1895
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| Born | October 28, 1837 New Geneva, Pennsylvania |
| Died | May 9, 1919 (aged 81) Bloomingburg, Ohio |
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Bloomingburg Cemetery
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| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |
 United States Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit |  20th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry - Company C |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Vicksburg |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Henry Casey (born October 28, 1837 – died May 9, 1919) was a brave American soldier. He fought in the American Civil War. He earned the Medal of Honor, which is the highest award for bravery in the United States. He received it for his actions during the Battle of Vicksburg on April 22, 1863.
Life of Henry Casey
Henry Casey was born in New Geneva, Pennsylvania. This was on October 28, 1837. He joined the army to fight in the Civil War. He was part of the 20th Ohio Infantry.
Casey passed away on May 9, 1919. He was buried in Bloomingburg Cemetery in Ohio.
His Bravery at Vicksburg
The Medal of Honor is given to soldiers who show extreme courage. Henry Casey earned this award for his actions at the Battle of Vicksburg. This important battle happened in Mississippi.
On April 22, 1863, Casey showed great bravery. His actions helped his fellow soldiers. He was officially given the Medal of Honor on September 23, 1897.
