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William W. Winegar

1844 – 1916
Medal of Honor - Army

William W. Winegar served the U.S. Army. William was 71 years old.

Service Record
U.S. Army
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
1 April 1865 · At Five Forks, Va. · Lieutenant, Company B, 19th New York Cavalry ( 1st New York Dragoons).

While advancing in front of his company and alone, he found himself surrounded by the enemy. He accosted a nearby enemy flag_bearer demanding the surrender of the group. His effective firing of one shot so demoralized the unit that it surrendered with flag.

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Medal of Honor - Army April 1, 1865 · At Five Forks, Va. · Lieutenant, Company B, 19th New York Cavalry ( 1st New York Dragoons).
While advancing in front of his company and alone, he found himself surrounded by the enemy. He accosted a nearby enemy flag_bearer demanding the surrender of the group. His effective firing of one shot so demoralized the unit that it surrendered with flag.
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