About George Taylor
Lived 1830 – 1893 (aged 62). George Taylor was an American soldier.
George Taylor (November 15, 1830 – October 7, 1893) was a Union Navy sailor in the American Civil War and a recipient of the U.S. military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions at the Battle of Mobile Bay.
Biography Born on November 15, 1830, in Watertown, New York, Taylor was still living in that state when he joined the Navy. He served during the Civil War as an armorer on the .
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Taylor?
decorated Union Navy sailor in the American Civil War (1830-1893)
When was George Taylor born?
George Taylor was born on 15 November 1830 in Watertown.
When did George Taylor die?
George Taylor died on 7 October 1893.
What was George Taylor's occupation?
George Taylor was a soldier.
What nationality was George Taylor?
George Taylor was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Taylor (Medal of Honor)
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