Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Gravely wounded at Fort Stedman in 1865, 22 year old Charles Houghton woke to find President Lincoln praying over him and begging him to live. He survived and earned the Medal of Honor. Discover your family's place in American history at america250.myheritage.com

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