William H. Smith (Medal of Honor)
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| Nickname | William H. Smith, Medal of Honor recipient |
| Place of birth | Lapeer County, Michigan |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1869- |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Company G, 8th U.S. Cavalry |
| Battles/wars | Indian Wars |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
William H. Smith was a Private in the United States Army who received the Medal of Honor for gallantry in action at Chiricahua Mountains, Arizona Territory on October 20, 1869 during the Indian Wars.
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[edit] Biography
William H. Smith was born in Lapeer County, Michigan and joined the Army in 1869.
He should not be confused with William Smith, who was also awarded the Medal of Honor for gallantry in action in the same location on the same day.
[edit] Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, Company G, 1st U.S. Cavalry. Place and date: At Chiricahua Mountains, Ariz., 20 October 1869. Entered service at: ------. Birth: Lapeer County, Mich. Date of issue: 14 February 1870.
Citation:
- Gallantry in action.
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