Years of service 1861 - 1865 Died April 17, 1905 Rank Major Role Medal of Honor | Name William Marland Battles/wars American Civil War Awards Medal of Honor | |
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Born March 11, 1839
Andover, Massachusetts ( 1839-03-11 ) Allegiance United States of America People also search for Edward Hill, Christopher C. Bruton | ||
Battles and wars American Civil War Service/branch United States Army | ||
William Marland (1839–1905) was an officer in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the American Civil War.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: First Lieutenant, 2d Independent Battery, Massachusetts Light Artillery. Place and date: At Grand Coteau, La., November 3, 1863. Entered service at:------. Born: March 11, 1839, Andover, Mass. Date of issue: February 16, 1897.
Citation:
After having been surrounded by the enemy's cavalry, his support having surrendered, he ordered a charge and saved the section of the battery that was under his command.
References
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