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William Wilson a Sergeant in the
United States ArmyThe United States Army is the main branch of the United States Armed Forces responsible for land-based military operations. It is the largest and oldest established branch of the U.S. military, and is one of seven U.S. uniformed services...
's 4th Cavalry, is noted for being one of only nineteen individuals to receive the
Medal of HonorThe Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. It is bestowed by the President, in the name of Congress, upon members of the United States Armed Forces who distinguish themselves through "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her...
twice.
Medal of Honor citation
First citation:
At Colorado Valley, Texas, March 28, 1872. Date of issue: April 27, 1872. In pursuit of a band of cattle thieves from New Mexico.
Second citation:
Distinguished conduct in action with Indians. Awarded: At Red River, Texas, September 29, 1872.
He is buried at
San Francisco National CemeterySan Francisco National Cemetery is a U.S. National Cemetery, located in the Presidio of San Francisco, California. Because of the name and location, it is frequently confused with Golden Gate National Cemetery, a few miles south of the city....
.
See also
- List of Medal of Honor recipients
- List of Medal of Honor recipients for the Indian Wars
- William Othello Wilson
William Othello Wilson was a corporal in the United States Army's 9th Cavalry. He is noted for having received the Medal of Honor....
, a Buffalo soldierBuffalo Soldiers originally were members of the U.S. 10th Cavalry Regiment of the United States Army, formed on September 21, 1866 at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas....
with the same first and last names, who also received the Medal of Honor.