William Westerhold
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William Westerhold (January 21, 1836 ā May 12, 1910) was a sergeant in the United States Army during the American Civil War. He received a Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government, for his actions at the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House on May 12, 1864.
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William Westerhold | |
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Born | (1836-01-21)January 21, 1836 Binde, Prussia |
Died | May 12, 1910(1910-05-12) (aged 74) New York City |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1861 - 1865 |
Rank | ![]() |
Unit | 52nd New York Infantry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War ā¢ Battle of Spotsylvania Court House |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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