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William H. Sage

1858 – 1922
Medal of Honor - Army

William H. Sage served the U.S. Army. William was 64 years old.

Service Record
U.S. Army
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
13 June 1899 · Near Zapote River, Luzon, Philippine Islands · Captain, 23d U.S. Infantry.

With 9 men volunteered to hold an advanced position and held it against a terrific fire of the enemy estimated at 1,000 strong. Taking a rifle from a wounded man, and cartridges from the belts of others, Capt. Sage himself killed 5 of the enemy.

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For valor

Medal of Honor - Army June 13, 1899 · Near Zapote River, Luzon, Philippine Islands · Captain, 23d U.S. Infantry.
With 9 men volunteered to hold an advanced position and held it against a terrific fire of the enemy estimated at 1,000 strong. Taking a rifle from a wounded man, and cartridges from the belts of others, Capt. Sage himself killed 5 of the enemy.
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