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George Loyd

1844 – 1917

American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient

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About George Loyd

Lived 1844 – 1917 (aged 73). George Loyd was an American.

George A. Loyd (May 9, 1844 – May 13, 1917) was a private in the Union Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the American Civil War.

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Private, Company A, 122nd Ohio Infantry. Place and date: At Petersburg, Va., April 2, 1865. Entered service at. ------. Birth: Muskingum County, Ohio. Date of issue: April 16, 1891.

Citation:

Capture of division flag of General Heth.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was George Loyd?

American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient

When was George Loyd born?

George Loyd was born on 9 May 1844 in Muskingum County.

When did George Loyd die?

George Loyd died on 13 May 1917.

What nationality was George Loyd?

George Loyd was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: George Loyd

· Wikidata: Q5541858

· DBpedia: George A. Loyd

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