Wilson Vance
Wilson Vance | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 20, 1845 Hancock County, Ohio |
| Died | November 10, 1911 (aged 65) |
| Place of burial | Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |  United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 21st Ohio Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Stones River |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Wilson J. Vance (December 20, 1845 - November 10, 1911) was an American soldier who fought for the Union Army during the American Civil War and an author.[1] He received the Medal of Honor for valor.
Biography[]
Vance served in the American Civil War in the 21st Ohio Infantry. He received the Medal of Honor on September 17, 1897 for his actions at the Battle of Stones River on December 31, 1862.
Medal of Honor citation[]
Rank and organization: Private, Company B, 21st Ohio Infantry. Place and date: At Murfreesboro, TN., 31 December 1862. Entered service at:------. Birth: Ohio. Date of Issue: 17 September 1897.
Citation:
Voluntarily and under a heavy fire, while his command was falling back, rescued a wounded and helpless comrade from death or capture.[2]
See also[]
- List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: T-Z
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Categories:
- 1845 births
- 1911 deaths
- Union Army soldiers
- United States Army Medal of Honor recipients
- American Civil War recipients of the Medal of Honor