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Moses Williams
1845 – 1899
Moses Williams served the U.S. Army. Moses was 53 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Army
Medal of Honor
16 August 1881 · At foothills of the Cuchillo Negro Mountains, N. Mex., 16 August 1881. Entered service at. ------. · First Sergeant, Company I, 9th U.S. Cavalry.
Rallied a detachment, skillfully conducted a running flght of 3 or 4 hours, and by his coolness, bravery, and unflinching devotion to duty in standing by his commanding officer in an exposed position under a heavy fire from a large party of Indians saved the lives of at least 3 of his comrades.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Army
Rallied a detachment, skillfully conducted a running flght of 3 or 4 hours, and by his coolness, bravery, and unflinching devotion to duty in standing by his commanding officer in an exposed position under a heavy fire from a large party of Indians saved the lives of at least 3 of his comrades.
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