David Edwards (soldier)
David Edwards | |
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| Born | 1841 |
| Died | April 14, 1897 (aged 55–56) |
| Buried | Waterville Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Service years | 1862 - 1865 |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | Company H, 146th New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Conflicts | Battle of Five Forks |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Private David Edwards (1841 – April 14, 1897) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Edwards received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Five Forks in Virginia on 1 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 10 May 1865.