Christopher C. Bruton (or Braton) (1841–1867) was a Union Army officer during the American Civil War.

He received the Medal of Honor for gallantry during the Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia fought on March 2, 1865.

[2] "The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Captain (Cavalry) Christopher C. Bruton, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 2 March 1865, while serving with Company C, 22d New York Cavalry, in action at Waynesboro, Virginia, for capture of General Early's headquarters flag, Confederate national standard."

[3] Colonel Hartwell B. Compson of the 8th New York Cavalry is also credited with the capture of this flag.

He died August 17, 1867 - cause of death - Consumption and is buried in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Bowne Twp., Kent County, Michigan.