Unit 21st Ohio Infantry | Name Wilson Vance | |
Born December 20, 1845Hancock County, Ohio ( 1845-12-20 ) Died November 10, 1911(1911-11-10) (aged 65) Allegiance United States of America Service/branch United States ArmyUnion Army | ||
Wilson J. Vance (December 20, 1845 - November 10, 1911) was an American soldier who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.
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Biography
Vance served in the American Civil War in the 21st Ohio Infantry. He received the Medal of Honor on September 17, 1897 for his actions at the Battle of Stones River on December 31, 1862.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, Company B, 21st Ohio Infantry. Place and date: At Murfreesboro, TN., 31 December 1862. Entered service at:------. Birth: Ohio. Date of Issue: 17 September 1897.
Citation:
Voluntarily and under a heavy fire, while his command was falling back, rescued a wounded and helpless comrade from death or capture.
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