Orion Perseus Howe | |
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| Born | December 29, 1848 Portage County, Ohio |
| Died | January 27, 1930 (aged 81) Springfield, Missouri |
| Place of burial | Springfield National Cemetery, Springfield, Missouri |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1864 |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | Company C, 55th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Orion Perseus Howe (December 29, 1848 – January 27, 1930) was among the youngest recipients of the Medal of Honor for his service in the American Civil War as a Union drummer boy. He was awarded the medal on April 23, 1896.[1]