United States of America
U.S. Navy · United States 
William Meyer
1863 – 1926
William Meyer served the U.S. Navy. William was 63 years old.
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U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
11 May 1898 · Carpenter's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy.
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Meyer displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness through this action.
521, 7 July 1899.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
521, 7 July 1899.
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Meyer displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness through this action.
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