William J. Brewer
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Bornc. 1843
Putnam County, New York
Putnam County, New York
DiedJune 19, 1878
Allegiance
United States of America
United States of AmericaService / branch 
United States Army
Union Army
United States ArmyUnion Army
William J. Brewer | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1843 Putnam County, New York |
| Died | June 19, 1878 |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit |  2nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
William John Brewer (c. 1843 - June 19, 1878) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Brewer served in the Union Army in the 2nd New York Cavalry. He received the Medal of Honor on May 3, 1865, for his actions during the Appomattox campaign.
Medal of Honor citation
Citation:
Capture of engineer flag, Army of Northern Virginia.[1]
