William M. Wherry

1836 – 1918

William M. Wherry served the U.S. Army. William was 82 years old.

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U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

10 August 1861 · At Wilsons Creek, Mo. · First Lieutenant, Company D, 3d U.S. Reserve Missouri Infantry.

Displayed conspicuous coolness and heroism in rallying troops that were recoiling under heavy fire.

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Medal of Honor - Army August 10, 1861 · At Wilsons Creek, Mo. · First Lieutenant, Company D, 3d U.S. Reserve Missouri Infantry.

Displayed conspicuous coolness and heroism in rallying troops that were recoiling under heavy fire.

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