William A. Clark
Medal of Honor recipient
About William A. Clark
Lived 1828 – 1916 (aged 87). William A. Clark was an American.
Corporal William A. Clark (July 24, 1828 – January 9, 1916) was an American soldier of the Civil War who, during a battle at Nolensville, Tennessee on 15 February 1863, successfully defended a wagon train. For his actions he earned the Medal of Honor. He served with the 2nd Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment. He was born in Pennsylvania, lived in Shelbyville and is buried in Nicollet, Minnesota.
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Who was William A. Clark?
Medal of Honor recipient (1828-1916)
When was William A. Clark born?
William A. Clark was born on 24 July 1828 in Pennsylvania.
When did William A. Clark die?
William A. Clark died on 9 January 1916.
What nationality was William A. Clark?
William A. Clark was American.
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