Ernest August Janson, aka Charles F. Hoffman | |
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 World War I Army and Navy Medal of Honor recipient | |
| Born | August 17, 1878 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | May 14, 1930 (aged 51) Long Island, New York, U.S. |
| Place of burial | Evergreen Cemetery, Brooklyn, New York |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Service |  United States Army United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | c1900-c1910 (US Army) 1910–1926 (USMC) |
| Rank | Sergeant major |
| Unit |  1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 5th Marine Regiment |
| Battles / wars | Nicaraguan Campaign World War I |
| Awards | Medal of Honor (2) Silver Star Purple Heart |
Sergeant Major Ernest August Janson (August 17, 1878 – May 14, 1930) was a United States Marine who was highly decorated for his heroic actions in World War I. Earned both the Army and Navy Medals of Honor, he is one of only 38 double recipients.[1] His other awards included the French Médaille militaire and Croix de Guerre as well as decorations from Italy, Montenegro and Portugal. During World War I he served under the name Charles F. Hoffman.