William A. Clark (soldier)
Corporal William A. Clark (July 24, 1828 – January 9, 1916) was an American soldier of the Civil War who, during a battle at Nolensville, Tennessee on 15 February 1863, successfully defended a wagon train. For his actions he earned the Medal of Honor. He served with the 2nd Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment.[1] He was born in Pennsylvania, lived in Shelbyville and is buried in Nicollet, Minnesota.[1][2]
William A. Clark | |
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| Born | July 24, 1828 Pennsylvania |
| Died | January 9, 1916 (aged 87) Shelbyville, Minnesota |
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| Years of service | 1861 - 1865 |
| Rank | Corporal |
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| Battles/wars | American Civil War *Battle of Chickamauga |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
| Other work | lawyer, judge, politician |
Notes
- "William A. Clark". Military Times: Hall of Valor. Retrieved 10 May 2018.
- "CLARK, WILLIAM A". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved 10 August 2013.
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