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William J. Sperry

Major
1840 – 1914
Medal of Honor - Army
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Major William J. Sperry served the U.S. Army. William was 73 years old.

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Medal of Honor Recipient William J. Sperry
Medal of Honor Recipient William J. Sperry
Service Record
U.S. Army
Major
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
2 April 1865 · At Petersburg, Va. · Major, 6th Vermont Infantry.

With the assistance of a few men, captured 2 pieces of artillery and turned them upon the enemy.

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For valor

Medal of Honor - Army April 2, 1865 · At Petersburg, Va. · Major, 6th Vermont Infantry.
With the assistance of a few men, captured 2 pieces of artillery and turned them upon the enemy.
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