Christian Schnell (February 19, 1838 – December 14, 1908) was an American soldier who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.
Christian Schnell | |
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| Born | February 19, 1838 Virginia |
| Died | December 14, 1908 (aged 70) |
| Place of burial | Greelawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta, Ohio |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | 37th Ohio Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Siege of Vicksburg |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography edit
Schnell served in the 37th Ohio Infantry. He received the Medal of Honor on July 10, 1894, for his actions at the Siege of Vicksburg on May 22, 1863.
Medal of Honor citation edit
Citation:
Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."[1]
