George W. Lucas (soldier)
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Bornc. 1845
Adams County, Illinois
DiedMay 17, 1921 (aged 75–76)
Place of burial
Mounds Cemetery, Timewell, Brown County, Illinois
AllegianceUnited States of America
Union
Union
George W. Lucas | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1845 Adams County, Illinois |
| Died | May 17, 1921 (aged 75–76) |
| Place of burial | Mounds Cemetery, Timewell, Brown County, Illinois |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Branch | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit |  Company C, 3rd Missouri Cavalry Regiment |
| Conflicts | American Civil War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
George Washington Lucas (c. 1845 – May 17, 1921) was an American soldier, who was a Private in the Union Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the American Civil War.
Rank and organization: Private, Company C, 3d Missouri Cavalry. Place and date: At Benton, Ark., July 25, 1864. Entered service at: Mt. Sterling, Brown County, Ill. Birth: Adams County, Ill. Date of issue: December 1864.
Citation:
Pursued and killed Confederate Brig. Gen. George M. Holt, Arkansas Militia, capturing his arms and horse.
