Near Eads Mill in Mercer County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)

In Memory of Cornelius H. Charlton

East Gulf, West Virginia

— 1929-1954 —

Cornelius H. Charlton Memorial Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by J. J. Prats, May 11, 2023

1. Cornelius H. Charlton Memorial Marker

Inscription. Sargent Cornelius H. Charlton, RA 12 265 405. Infantry United States Army, A member of Company C, 24th Infantry Regiment 25th infantry division, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty, in action against the enemy near, Chipo-Ri, Korea, on 2 June 1951. His platoon was attacking heavily defended hostile positions on commanding ground when the leader was wounded and evacuated, Sergeant Charlton assumed command, rallied the men and spearheaded the assault against the hill. Personally eliminating two hostile positions, and killing six of the enemy with his rifle fire and grenades, he continued up the slope until the unit suffered heavy casualties and became pinned down. Regrouping the men, he led them forward only to be again hurled back by a shower of grenades. Despite a severe chest wound, Sergeant Charlton refused medical attention and led a third daring charge which carried to the crest of the ridge. Observing that the remaining emplacement which had retarded the advance was situated on the reverse slope, he charged it alone, was again hit by a grenade but raked

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the position with a devastating fire which eliminated it and routed the defenders. The wounds received during his daring exploits resulted in his death, but his indomitable courage, superb leadership and gallant self-sacrifice reflect the highest credit upon himself, the infantry and the military service.

Topics and series. This memorial is listed in this topic list: War, Korean. In addition, it is included in the Medal of Honor Recipients series list. A significant historical date for this entry is June 2, 1951.

Location. 37° 28.846′ N, 81° 4.507′ W. Memorial is near Eads Mill, West Virginia, in Mercer County. It can be reached from West Virginia Turnpike (Interstate 77) south of U.S. 19, on the right when traveling south. The marker is on the grounds of the Mercer County Southbound Rest Area & Scenic Overlook. Touch for map. Memorial is in this post office area: Camp Creek WV 25820, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this memorial is in the Southern Coalfields.

It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Upper South,

in Appalachia,

and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America,

In Memory of Cornelius H. Charlton Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Craig Doda, March 16, 2019

2. In Memory of Cornelius H. Charlton Marker

Condition of marker before refurbishment.

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Battle of Clark’s House (approx. 3.9 miles away); William French Home (approx. 5.3 miles away); Bluestone National Scenic River (approx. 5.4 miles away); Bluestone River (approx. 5.4 miles away); A Field of Dreams (approx. 5½ miles away); Concord University (approx. 5½ miles away); Capt. J.H. French (approx. 5½ miles away); Concord University Supreme Sacrifice Memorial (approx. 5½ miles away).

Also see . . . Cornelius Charlton.

Charlton earned the Medal of Honor for his actions during a fight to take a hill near Chipo-ri from Chinese defenders on June 2, 1951... West Virginia dedicated the Charlton Memorial Bridge on the West Virginia Turnpike in 1954. In 1999, the Navy christened a ship the USNS Charlton in his honor.

(Submitted on March 19, 2024, by Mark Parker of Hickory, North Carolina.)

C.H. Charlton Bridge and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by J. J. Prats, May 11, 2023

3. C.H. Charlton Bridge and Marker

Bridge spans the Bluestone National Scenic River.

U.S. Army Medal of Honor image. Click for full size.

Photographed by J. J. Prats, May 11, 2023

4. U.S. Army Medal of Honor

Close-up of bas-relief reproduction in upper right of metal tablet.

C. H. Charlton Bridge, Eads Mill, West Virginia image. Click for full size.

Photographed by J. J. Prats, May 11, 2023

5. C. H. Charlton Bridge, Eads Mill, West Virginia

This view is southbound. The marker is behind the photographer. The Bluestone River is in the gorge below.

Credits. This page was last revised on March 20, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 15, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 500 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on May 12, 2023, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. 2. submitted on January 15, 2021, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. 3, 4, 5. submitted on May 12, 2023, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.