George H. Wanton

Private

1868 – 1940

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Private George H. Wanton served the U.S. Army. George was 72 years old.

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Medal of Honor Recipient George H. Wanton

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U.S. Army

Private

Medal of Honor

30 June 1898 · At Tayabacoa, Cuba · Private, Troop M, 10th U.S. Cavalry.

Voluntarily went ashore in the face of the enemy and aided in the rescue of his wounded comrades; this after several previous attempts at rescue had been frustrated.

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For valor

Medal of Honor - Army June 30, 1898 · At Tayabacoa, Cuba · Private, Troop M, 10th U.S. Cavalry.

Voluntarily went ashore in the face of the enemy and aided in the rescue of his wounded comrades; this after several previous attempts at rescue had been frustrated.

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