William W. Henry

1831 – 1915

William W. Henry served the U.S. Army. William was 83 years old.

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U.S. Army

Medal of Honor

19 October 1864 · At Cedar Creek, Va. · Colonel, 10th Vermont Infantry.

Though suffering from severe wounds, rejoined his regiment and let it in a brilliant charge, recapturing the guns of an abandoned battery.

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Medal of Honor - Army October 19, 1864 · At Cedar Creek, Va. · Colonel, 10th Vermont Infantry.

Though suffering from severe wounds, rejoined his regiment and let it in a brilliant charge, recapturing the guns of an abandoned battery.

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