Henry H. Crocker facts for kids
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Henry H. Crocker
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| Born | 1839 Colchester, Connecticut |
| Died | 1913 New Jersey |
| Place of burial |
Washington Cemetery, Washington, New Jersey
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| Allegiance |  United States |
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United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1862 - 1865 |
| Rank |  Captain |
| Unit |  2nd Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War • Battle of Cedar Creek |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Henry H. Crocker (born January 20, 1839 – died January 1, 1913) was an officer in the Union Army. This was the army of the northern states during the American Civil War. He is remembered for his bravery during a very important battle.
A Hero of the Civil War
Henry H. Crocker earned the Medal of Honor for his courage. This special award is given for extreme bravery in battle. He received it after the Battle of Cedar Creek. This battle happened near Middletown, Virginia on October 19, 1864.
The Battle of Cedar Creek was a major fight. It was a key part of Major General Philip Sheridan's plan. His plan was called the Valley Campaigns of 1864. This battle was the biggest one fought in the Shenandoah Valley.
Joining the Fight
When the Civil War began, Henry Crocker lived in San Francisco, California. He was one of 100 men from California who supported the Union. These men traveled back east to join the fight. They were known as the "California Hundred."
The California Hundred became a group of cavalry soldiers. Cavalry means soldiers who fight on horseback. They traveled by ship to Camp Meigs in Massachusetts. There, they became Company A. Seven other cavalry companies from Massachusetts joined them. Together, they formed the 2nd Massachusetts Cavalry.
Henry Crocker became a captain in Company F of this regiment. He served until July 1865, when the war ended.
