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Richard Boury
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Sergeant Richard Boury
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| Born | June 15, 1830 |
| Died | July 5, 1914 (aged 84) |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
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 United States Army |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit |  1st Regiment West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry - Company C |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Sergeant Richard Boury (born June 15, 1830, died July 5, 1914) was an American soldier. He served during the American Civil War, a major conflict in United States history. For his amazing bravery in battle, Boury received the Medal of Honor. This is the highest award for courage a soldier can get in the U.S. He earned this special award for his actions on March 5, 1865, in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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A Brave Soldier: Richard Boury
Early Life and Joining the Army
Richard Boury was born on July 15, 1830, in Monroe County, Ohio. When the American Civil War began, he decided to join the Union Army. He signed up for the 1st West Virginia Volunteer Cavalry. He enlisted at a place called Wirt Courthouse in West Virginia.
Earning the Medal of Honor
Sergeant Boury showed incredible bravery during the war. His most notable act of courage happened on March 5, 1865. This was during a battle near Charlottesville, Virginia. For his actions that day, he was recognized with the Medal of Honor. This important award was given to him just a few weeks later, on March 26, 1865.
Later Years and Legacy
After the war, Richard Boury lived a long life. He passed away on July 5, 1914, in West Virginia. He was buried at the Parkersburg Memorial Gardens. Sergeant Boury is remembered as a hero who served his country with great courage.
