William Cranston
One of a party of 4 who voluntarily brought in a wounded Confederate officer from within the enemy’s line in the face of a constant
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One of a party of 4 who voluntarily brought in a wounded Confederate officer from within the enemy’s line in the face of a constant
Was among the last to leave the field at Antietam and was instrumental in saving the lives of several of his comrades at the imminent
On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Despite severe
The color bearer falling, pierced by 7 balls, he immediately sprang forward and grasped the colors, planting them upon the enemy's forts amid a murderous
Took the place of a gunner who had been shot down and inspired his comrades by his bravery and effective gunnery, which contributed largely to
On board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865. Landing on the beach with the assaulting party from
During a sudden night attack upon Burnham’s Brigade, resulting in much confusion, this officer, without waiting for orders, led his regiment forward and interposed a
With the assistance of a comrade, headed off the advance of the enemy, shooting two of his color bearers; also posted himself between the enemy
Rescued the colors of his regiment under heavy fire, the color bearer having been shot down while the troops were in retreat.
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