William Talbott

William R. Talbott proper spelling Talbot (c. 1812 – September 5, 1888) was an English sailor who served in the Union Navy of the United States during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for valor.

William R. Talbott
Civil War era Navy Medal of Honor
Born	c. 1812 Liverpool, England
Died	September 5, 1888 Bath, Maine
Place of burial	Maple Grove Cemetery Bath, Maine
Allegiance	United States of America
Service / branch	United States Navy Union Navy
Rank	Captain of the Forecastle
Unit	U.S.S. Louisville
Awards	Medal of Honor

Medal of Honor citation

Citation:

Served as captain of the forecastle on board the U.S.S. Louisville at the capture of the Arkansas post, 10 and 11 January 1863. Carrying out his duties as captain of a 9 inch gun, Talbott was conspicuous for ability and bravery throughout this engagement with the enemy.^[1]

See also

• Biography portal
• American Civil War portal

• List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: T-Z