William Haliday Williams
American Civil War soldier and Medal of Honor recipient
About William Haliday Williams
Lived 1845 – 1916 (aged 70). William Haliday Williams was an American.
William Haliday Williams (December 13, 1845 – September 1, 1916) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Williams received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Williams's medal was won for his heroism at the Battle of Peachtree Creek in Georgia on July 20, 1864.
Williams moved to Colfax County in Nebraska after the war and worked as a brick layer, police officer and postal worker. In 1904 he was sent a newer version of the Medal of Honor without explanation. In 1912 Williams was featured as a rural mail carrier on the 4-cent U.S. Parcel Post stamp. He died in Colfax County, Nebraska, in 1916.
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Who was William Haliday Williams?
American Civil War soldier and Medal of Honor recipient
When was William Haliday Williams born?
William Haliday Williams was born on 13 December 1845 in Hancock County.
When did William Haliday Williams die?
William Haliday Williams died on 1 September 1916 in Colfax County.
What nationality was William Haliday Williams?
William Haliday Williams was American.
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