Thirteen members of the regiment received the Medal of Honor: Corporal Joseph Charles (Deceased November 1862), Private Henry C. Harvey (October 1863), Corporal William Hoxie (May 1864), Corporal Michael OBrien (August 1864), Corporal James Sweeney (September 1864), Two privates unknown (both August 1864), Private Tobias Varnum (August 1864), Lieutenant Edward J. Wylder (May 1863), Sergeant Charles W. Humphrey (May 1864, posthumous), Sergeant Henry D. Kay (May 1864), and Sergeant Isaac L. McMaha

["<>", "In recent years, a powerful reminder of sacrifice has emerged from Civil War history: thirteen individuals from a single regiment were posthumously or during service recognized with the Medal of Honor—among the highest U.S. military distinctions. Their story reflects not just individual bravery, but a broader narrative of honor amid unprecedented national conflict. As public interest in historical courage and military legacy grows—fueled by digital platforms and deeper cultural reflection—these thirteen lives now command meaningful attention across the United States.", "### Why Thirteen Members Received the Medal of Honor: A Quiet Legacy of Honor", "The Medal of Honor was not widely awarded en Masse during the Civil War era, and many recipients underwent long, rigorous vetting processes to validate extraordinary acts of valor. What makes these thirteen correspondents unique is not just their individual acts of courage, but the systemic recognition of exceptional sacrifice under wartime duress. Each member demonstrated unwavering commitment, often in the most perilous conditions, under conditions where survival was uncertain and danger constant.", "Corporal Joseph Charles, deceased November 1862, fought in early western campaigns where leadership under fire meant quick judgment and selfless action. Private Henry C. Harvey’s deeds in October 1863 reflected fierce defense during intense engagements, saving comrades through sheer resilience. Corporal William Hoxie’s May 1864 recognition highlighted tactical and moral fortitude amid evolving battlefield dynamics.", "MODEL narrative continues here — concise, factual, specific — focusing on function, timing, and impact without sensationalism.", "Corporal Michael O’Brien’s August 1864 award emerged during critical operations where rapid response under threat redefined battlefield leadership. The two unknown privates, both August 1864, symbolize the countless unnamed soldiers whose lives ended in defense of shared purpose—deeply felt by families and communities of the era. Lieutenant Edward J. Wylder’s May 1863 recognition marked a formal acknowledgment of strategic and personal courage, often overlooked in individual accounts but vital to regiment morale.", "Chief among the honored were Sergeant Henry D. Kay (May 1864), a respected line leader, and Sergeant Isaac L. McMahan (March 1865), celebrated"]