George Ladd
American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient
About George Ladd
Lived 1828 – 1889 (aged 60–61). George Ladd was an American.
George Ladd (1828 or 1829 – August 13, 1889) was a private in the Union Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the American Civil War.
At the age of 35, Ladd enlisted in the Army from Camillus, New York in January 1864. He mustered out with his regiment in August 1865.
George Ladd is buried in Bath National Cemetery, Steuben County, New York. Plot: Section C, Row 6, Grave 6
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Private, Company H, 22d New York Cavalry. Place and date: At Waynesboro, Va., March 2, 1865. Entered service at: Carmillus, Onondaga County, N.Y. Birth: Carmillus, N.Y. Date of issue: March 26, 1865.
Citation:
Captured a standard bearer, his flag, horse and equipment.
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Who was George Ladd?
American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient
When was George Ladd born?
George Ladd was born in 1828 in New York.
When did George Ladd die?
George Ladd died on 13 August 1889.
What nationality was George Ladd?
George Ladd was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Ladd (Medal of Honor)
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