General Charles H(enry) Smith CS with rank Brevet Maj. Genl. 1.5” X 5” Smith recruited Company G, 27th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, joining as a sergeant in July 1861. He became second lieutenant in November 1862 for bravery at the Battle of Corinth (October 3–4, 1862), where he led a charge against the 9th Texas Infantry, capturing its flag and color guard. This action earned him the Medal of Honor for "extraordinary heroism.” He eventually rose ot he rank of Bvt. Maj General. He served in the Vicksburg and Atlanta campaigns.