Williams, George C. - The National Medal of Honor Museum

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U.S. Army

Williams, George C.

ConflictCivil War

Year of Action1862

Unit/Command1st Battalion, 14th U.S. Infantry

Citation

While on duty with the wagon train as quartermaster sergeant he voluntarily left his place of safety in the rear, joined a company, and fought with distinguished gallantry through the action.

Branch: U.S. Army Conflict: Civil War Year of Action: 1862

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