Nathaniel Gwynne
Medal of Honor recipient
About Nathaniel Gwynne
Lived 1849 – 1883 (aged 33).
Private Nathaniel McClean Gwynne (July 5, 1849 - January 6, 1883) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Gwynee received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Gwynne's medal was won for his actions during the Battle of the Crater, part of the Siege of Petersburg.
Gwynee was from Urbana, Ohio, and entered service in Fairmount, Missouri.
Medal of Honor citation
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Nathaniel Gwynne?
Medal of Honor recipient (1849-1883)
When was Nathaniel Gwynne born?
Nathaniel Gwynne was born on 5 July 1849 in Urbana.
When did Nathaniel Gwynne die?
Nathaniel Gwynne died on 6 January 1883.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Nathaniel McClean Gwynne
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