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CDV Possibly Metal Of Honor Drummer Boy Julius Langbein as Younger Boy
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CDV Possibly Metal Of Honor Drummer Boy Julius Langbein as Younger BoyThis CDV came with 9th New York group - photo is probably Julius Langbein as a younger boy in military school uniform.
Johann Christoph Julius Langbein (September 22, 1846 – January 28, 1910) was an American lawyer and politician from New York. He was a drummer boy in the Union Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the American Civil War.
Rank and organization: Musician, Company B, 9th New York Infantry. Place and date: At Camden, N.C., April 19, 1862. Entered service at: New York, N.Y. Born: September 29, 1846, Germany.
Citation:
A drummer boy, 15 years of age, he voluntarily and under a heavy fire went to the aid of a wounded officer, procured medical assistance for him, and aided in carrying him to a place of safety. (Wikipedia)
Condition is fine, shows typical age.
Size is approximately 2-1/2" by 4".
Photographer: R.S. Lewis, New York.
From the Michael McAfee Collection.