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Henry J. Hyde (Medal of Honor) — Victoria Cross

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Service Profile

Branch: U.S. Army
Rank: Sergeant
Service Era: American Indian Wars
Medals Recorded: 1

Henry J. Hyde (Medal of Honor)

Sergeant, U.S. Army

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American Indian Wars

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor 1862-1895 Army

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Biography

Cavalry courage in the Arizona campaigns

Henry J. Hyde was a U.S. Army sergeant awarded the Medal of Honor for his service in Arizona in 1872. He was born in Bangor, Maine, on February 11, 1846, and served with Company M of the 1st U.S. Cavalry.

His award recognized gallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches. The citation identifies a period of service rather than describing a single rescue or battle. Hyde’s Medal of Honor was presented on August 12, 1875.

Hyde died in Marion, Indiana, on July 25, 1893. He was buried in Marion National Cemetery. His grave and Medal of Honor record commemorate his military service during the Indian Campaigns.

Official Medal of Honor citation

Gallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.

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