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Henry C. Slusher — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score1001057th out of 4480

Number of Medals1

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1003310 of 4480

U.S. Army#443of 2016

Armor#47of 347

Moorefield#1of 1

West Virginia#1of 1

Henry C. Slusher

Private, U.S. Army

MoorefieldWest Virginia

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor

Ribbon Rack

Biography

Henry C. Slusher was a private in the United States Army who served during the American Civil War. He distinguished himself through acts of gallantry and intrepidity on September 11, 1863, during an engagement at Moorefield, West Virginia.

In recognition of his exceptional bravery and actions during the conflict, Private Slusher was awarded the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military decoration for valor.

His service and legacy remain an important part of the history of the United States Army during the American Civil War, representing the dedication and sacrifice of union soldiers in the line of duty.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts