Dewitt Clinton Lewis Military person

Dewitt Clinton Lewis (July 30, 1822–June 28, 1899) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Lewis received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Lewis's medal was won for his actions at the Battle of Secessionville on June 16, 1862. He was honored with the award on April 23, 1896.Lewis was from West Chester, Pennsylvania.

Personal facts

Birth dateJuly 30, 1822
Birth place
West Chester Pennsylvania
Date of deathJune 28, 1899

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Military person

allegiance
United States of America
Union
award
Medal of Honor
military operations
American Civil War
military branch
United States Army
Union Army
service start1861
service end1864

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External resources

  1. http://www.history.army.mil/html/moh/civwaral.html