Private Warren C. Dockum (January 1, 1844 – October 2, 1921) was an American soldier who fought in the

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. Dockum received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the

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, for his action during the

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in Virginia on 6 April 1865. He was honored with the award on 10 May 1865.

Biography

Dockum was born in Clintonville, New York on 1 January 1844. He enlisted into the 121st New York Infantry. He died on 2 October 1921 and his remains are interred at the Roselawn Cemetery in

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Medal of Honor citation

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Dockum, Warren C. 1844 births 1921 deaths People of New York (state) in the American Civil War Union Army officers United States Army Medal of Honor recipients American Civil War recipients of the Medal of Honor

Biography

Medal of Honor citation

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