Edward Van Winkle Explained

Edward Van Winkle (c. 1839 – July 30, 1891) was an American soldier who fought in the Union Army during the American Civil War and was a recipient of the Medal of Honor.

Also known as Edwin, he was born in Phelps, New York.^[1] He fought as Corporal in the 148th New York Volunteer Infantry.^[2] He earned his medal on September 29, 1864, at the Battle of Chaffin's Farm, Virginia. He is buried in Oak Hill Cemetery, Battle Creek, Michigan.^[3]

Medal of Honor Citation

Took position in advance of the skirmish line and drove the enemy's cannoneers from their guns.^[4]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Edward (edwin) van Winkle U.S. Civil War U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipient. 2021-06-10. Congressional Medal of Honor Society. en.
2. Web site: Van Winkle, Edward. 2021-06-10. The National Medal of Honor Museum. en-US.
3. Web site: List by Alphabet (U-Z) » Medal of Honor Historical Society of the United States. 2021-06-10. www.mohhsus.com.
4. Web site: Edward (Edwin) Van Winkle - Recipient -. 2021-06-10. valor.militarytimes.com. en.