Robert Williams (Medal of Honor) explained

Robert Williams
Birth Date:c. 1837
Birth Place:New York, New York, U.S.
Allegiance:United States
Branch:Navy
Branch Label:Branch
Battles:Yazoo Pass expedition
Awards:Medal of Honor

Robert Williams (c. 1837–unknown) was an American sailor and recipient of the Medal of Honor during the American Civil War. Little is known about Williams except for information regarding his Medal of Honor action. He served aboard the as a signal quartermaster and earned his medal for actions during the Yazoo River (Mississippi) Expedition from December 23–27, 1862, specifically on December 27 at Drumgould's Bluff.[1]

Williams has been listed as "Lost to History" by the Medal of Honor Historical Society of the United States because his burial location is unknown.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Robert Williams U.S. Civil War U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipient. May 29, 2021. Congressional Medal of Honor Society. en.
  2. Web site: Lost to History. May 30, 2021. Medal of Honor Historical Society of the United States.