William Marland | |
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Medal of Honor
1862 Version |
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Born |
Andover, Massachusetts |
March 11, 1839
Died | April 17, 1905 | (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.