William Tilton

William Tilton (October 27, 1834 – March 8, 1910) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Tilton received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.[1] Tilton's medal was won for his 'gallant conduct in the field' during the Richmond campaign during 1864.[1] He was honored with the award on February 20, 1884.[2]

William Tilton
Born	October 27, 1834 St. Albans, Vermont
Died	March 8, 1910
Buried	Enfield, New Hampshire
Allegiance	United States of America
Service/branch	United States Army
Rank	Sergeant
Unit	Company C, 7th New Hampshire Infantry
Battles/wars	American Civil War
Awards	Medal of Honor

Tilton was born in St. Albans, Vermont, and entered service in Hanover. He was buried in Enfield, New Hampshire.[1][2]

Medal of Honor citation

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Sergeant William Tilton, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 1864, while serving with Company C, 7th New Hampshire Infantry, in action at Richmond Campaign, Virginia, for gallant conduct in the field.[1]

See also

• List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: T–Z

References

1. "William Tilton". Retrieved July 1, 2014.
2. "Civil War (T-Z) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved July 1, 2014.