William Marland
American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient
About William Marland
Lived 1839 – 1905 (aged 65–66). William Marland was an American.
William Marland (March 11, 1839 – April 17, 1905) was an officer in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the American Civil War.
He was a companion of the Massachusetts Commandery of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States.
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: First Lieutenant, 2d Independent Battery, Massachusetts Light Artillery. Place and date: At Grand Coteau, La., November 3, 1863. Entered service at:------. Born: March 11, 1839, Andover, Mass. Date of issue: February 16, 1897.
Citation:
After having been surrounded by the enemy's cavalry, his support having surrendered, he ordered a charge and saved the section of the battery that was under his command.
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Who was William Marland?
American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient
When was William Marland born?
William Marland was born in 1839 in Massachusetts.
When did William Marland die?
William Marland died on 17 April 1905.
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William Marland was American.
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