Charles N. Gardner (March 29, 1845 – February 22, 1919) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Gardner received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Gardner's medal was won for capturing the flag at the Battle of Five Forks in Virginia on April 1, 1865. He was honored with the award on May 10, 1865.
Gardner joined the 18th Massachusetts Infantry in August 1862, and was transferred to the 32nd Massachusetts Infantry in October 1864.Massachusetts Soldiers, Sailors and Marines in the Civil War, Vol II As a result of his MOH action, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant, and mustered out with his regiment in June 1865.Massachusetts Soldiers, Sailors and Marines in the Civil War, Vol III
Medal of Honor citation
See also List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: G–L
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