Background
Humphrey was born on September 2, 1844 in Tioga County, New New York
Humphrey was born on September 2, 1844 in Tioga County, New New York
Humphrey originally joined the Union Army during the American Civil War. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the American Indian Wars. His award citation reads:
Voluntarily and successfully conducted, in the face of a withering fire, a party which recovered possession of an abandoned howitzer and 2 Gatling guns Iying between the lines a few yards from the Indians.
Later in his career he served in the China Relief Expedition and as Quartermaster General of the Army.
His retirement was effective as of July 1, 1907.