Dewitt Clinton Lewis

Military Person

1822 – 1899

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Who was Dewitt Clinton Lewis?

Dewitt Clinton Lewis was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Lewis received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Lewis's medal was won for his actions at the Battle of Secessionville on June 16, 1862. He was honored with the award on April 23, 1896.

Lewis was from West Chester, Pennsylvania.

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Born
Jul 30, 1822
West Chester
Died
Jun 28, 1899

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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