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Henry Brutsche — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score1001060th out of 4483

Number of Medals1

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1003314 of 4483

U.S. Navy#80of 704

Marine Corps#61of 273

American Civil War#10of 1091

Henry Brutsche

Landsman, U.S. Navy

American Civil War

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor

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Biography

Landsman Henry Brutsche was a Union Navy sailor who fought during the American Civil War. He served aboard the double-ended gunboat USS Tacony during its operations in North Carolina waters.

On 31 October 1864, during the recapture of Plymouth, North Carolina, Brutsche distinguished himself through his gallant conduct under fire. For his bravery during this intense combat action, he was recommended for the nation's highest military decoration.

Brutsche was officially honored with the Medal of Honor on 31 December 1864, recognizing his exceptional courage and devotion to duty while under enemy fire during the Civil War.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

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Heroic Score100 pts