Charles Henry Pierce

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private Charles H. Pierce, United States Army, for most distinguished gallantry on 19 October 1899, while serving with Company I, 22d Infantry, in action at San Isidro, Luzon, Philippine Islands. Private Pierce held a bridge against a superior force of the enemy and fought, though severely wounded, until the main body came up to cross.

General Orders: Date of Issue: March 10, 1902

Action Date: October 19, 1899

Service: Army

Rank: Private

Company: Company I

Regiment: 22d Infantry