William Shepherd

Private

1837 – 1899

Private William Shepherd served the U.S. Army. William was 62 years old.

Service Record

U.S. Army

Private

Medal of Honor

6 April 1865 · At Sailors Creek, Va. · Private, Company A, 3d Indiana Cavalry.

Capture of flag.

Awards & Decorations 1

Medal of Honor - Army April 6, 1865 · At Sailors Creek, Va. · Private, Company A, 3d Indiana Cavalry.

Capture of flag.

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William Shepherd

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