Isaac H. Carmin facts for kids
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Isaac H. Carman
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Carman in 1880
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| Born | November 17, 1841 Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Died | June 3, 1919 (aged 77) Washington Court House, Ohio |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |
 United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1864 |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit |  48th Regiment Ohio Volunteer Infantry - Company A |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Vicksburg |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Isaac Harrison Carman (born November 17, 1841 – died June 3, 1919) was a brave American soldier. He fought in the American Civil War, a big war in the United States. Carman earned the Medal of Honor, which is the highest award for bravery a soldier can get in America. He received it for his amazing courage during the Battle of Vicksburg in Mississippi on May 22, 1863. He was given this special award on February 25, 1895. Sometimes, old government records spelled his name wrong, like Carmin or Carmen.
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A Soldier's Life
Isaac Carman was born on November 17, 1841, in Monmouth County, New Jersey. When he was about 20 years old, he joined the army. In September 1861, he became part of the 48th Ohio Infantry.
Rising Through the Ranks
On May 1, 1863, Isaac Carman was promoted to the rank of corporal. Just a few weeks later, on May 22, he showed incredible bravery. This act of courage earned him the Medal of Honor.
Bravery at Vicksburg
On that day, Carman's army company was attacking a fort during the second major assault of the Battle of Vicksburg. Carman was serving as a "color guard." This meant he was protecting the regimental flag, which was a very important symbol for the soldiers. Even though he was badly wounded in the leg by a bayonet (a knife attached to a rifle), he bravely stopped the Confederate forces from capturing his unit's flag. His actions saved the flag and inspired his fellow soldiers.
Other Battles and Challenges
Carman fought in many other important battles during the Civil War. These included battles at Shiloh, Holly Springs, Corinth, Chickasaw Bluffs, Post of Arkansas, Port Gibson, and Champion Hills.
For a few months in 1863, he also served on a gunboat called the Chillicothe. Later, on April 8, 1864, he was captured during the Battle of Mansfield. He became a prisoner of war and was held until November 3, 1864, when he was exchanged. He officially left the army on December 1, 1864.
Isaac Carman passed away on June 3, 1919.
