William E. Leonard
American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient
About William E. Leonard
Lived 1836 – 1891 (aged 54–55). William E. Leonard was an American.
William E. Leonard (c. 1836–February 8, 1891) was a Private in the Union Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the American Civil War.
He is buried at Jacksonville Cemetery Wind Ridge, Pennsylvania.
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Private, Company F, 85th Pennsylvania Infantry. Place and date: At Deep Bottom, Va., April 16, 1864. Entered service at: Jacksonville, Pa. Birth: Greene County, Pa. Date of issue: April 6, 1865.
Citation:
Capture of battle flag.
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Who was William E. Leonard?
American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient
When was William E. Leonard born?
William E. Leonard was born in 1836 in Greene County.
When did William E. Leonard die?
William E. Leonard died on 8 February 1891 in Greene County.
What nationality was William E. Leonard?
William E. Leonard was American.
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