William Garrett (Medal of Honor)
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William Garrett | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 6, 1842 |
| Died | December 30, 1916 (aged 74) |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Branch |  United States Army |
| Rank |  Sergeant |
| Unit |  Company G, 41st Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Conflicts | Battle of Nashville American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
William Garrett (February 6, 1842 – December 30, 1916) was a Manx-born American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Garrett received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.[1] Garrett's medal was won for his actions in the Battle of Nashville in Nashville, Tennessee, on December 16, 1864.[1] He was honored with the award on February 24, 1865.[2]
Garrett was born on the Isle of Man, entered service in Chardon, Ohio, and was buried in Leavenworth National Cemetery.[1]