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William Marland (Medal of Honor recipient)

William Marland
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Medal of Honor
1862 Version
Born (1839-03-11)March 11, 1839
Andover, Massachusetts
Died April 17, 1905(1905-04-17) (aged 66)
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service 1861 - 1865
Rank Major
Unit 2d Independent Battery, Massachusetts Light Artillery
Battles/wars American Civil War
Awards Medal of Honor

William Marland (1839–1905) was an officer in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the American Civil War.

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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