| Henry Williams | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 6, 1834 Canada |
| Died | October 17, 1917 (aged 83) |
| Place of burial | West Laurel Hill Cemetery Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Rank | Carpenter's Mate |
| Unit | USS Constitution |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Henry Williams (February 6, 1834-October 17, 1917) was a seaman first class serving in the United States Navy who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
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Williams was born February 6, 1834 in Canada and after immigrating to the United States he joined the navy. He was stationed aboard the USS Constitution as a carpenter's mate when, on February 13, 1879 he risked his life to repair the ships rudder in a heavy gale. For his actions received the Medal of Honor October 18, 1884.[1]
He died October 17, 1917 and is buried in West Laurel Hill Cemetery Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.[2]
Rank and organization: Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy. Born 1833 Canada. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 326, 18 October 1884
Citation:
For going over the stern of the U.S.S. Constitution, at sea, 13 February 1879, during a heavy gale, and performing important carpenter's work upon her rudder.[1]