Charles E. Capehart
1833–1911 (age 78)
Army Officer
Biography
Charles E. Capehart earned renown as a cavalryman whose daring reconnaissance and devotion to duty helped the Union Army during the Civil War. He eventually achieved the rank of officer who inspired his troopers through both fierce encounters and everyday discipline.
In the decades that followed, he remained engaged with his fellow veterans, sharing stories and ensuring that their sacrifices were not forgotten. He lies at Arlington National Cemetery, honored for gallantry and lifelong camaraderie.