William Clark

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Was one of a detachment of 16 men who heroically defended a wagon train against the attack of 125 cavalry, repulsed the attack and saved the train.

Rank: Corporal
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Army

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