Rank Assistant Surgeon | Name George Ranney | |
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Born June 13, 1839Batavia, New York ( 1839-06-13 ) Died November 10, 1915(1915-11-10) (aged 76) Service/branch United States ArmyUnion Army Unit 2nd Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment |
George E. Ranney (June 13, 1839 – November 10, 1915) was an American assistant surgeon who received the Medal of Honor for valor for his service with the Union Army during the American Civil War.
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Biography
Ranney served in the American Civil War in the 2nd Michigan Volunteer Cavalry Regiment. He received the Medal of Honor on April 24, 1901 for his actions at the Battle of Resaca on May 14, 1864.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
At great personal risk, went to the aid of a wounded soldier, Pvt. Charles W. Baker, lying under heavy fire between the lines, and with the aid of an orderly carried him to a place of safety.
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