U.S. Army
William Macky Wherry
ConflictCivil War
RankBrigadier General USA
Year of Action1861
Unit/CommandCompany D, 3rd U.S. Reserve Missouri Infantry
BirthplaceSt. Louis, Missouri
Citation
Displayed conspicuous coolness and heroism in rallying troops that were recoiling under heavy fire.
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