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Horace Capron Jr. — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score1001058th out of 4481

Number of Medals1

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1003311 of 4481

U.S. Army#443of 2016

Armor#47of 347

American Civil War#10of 1091

Horace Capron Jr.

First Lieutenant, U.S. Army

American Civil War

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor

Ribbon Rack

Biography

Horace Capron Jr. was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Serving in the U.S. Army, he attained the rank of First Lieutenant during his military service.

He received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his actions at Chickahominy and Ashland in Virginia in June 1862. His exemplary courage under fire during these engagements solidified his place in American military history.

His legacy remains honored through his Medal of Honor citation, reflecting the dedication and valor demonstrated by officers during the critical campaigns of the Civil War.

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Medal of Honor(base 100)

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Heroic Score100 pts