Richard Willis (Medal of Honor)
Richard Willis | |
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| Born | c. 1826 England |
| Died | 9 or 10 September 1896 |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Branch | United States Navy Union Navy |
| Years of service | 1864 - 1867 |
| Rank | Coxswain |
| Unit | USS New Ironsides (1862) |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War • First Battle of Fort Fisher • Second Battle of Fort Fisher |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Richard Willis (d. 1826 – September 1896) was a sailor in the U.S. Navy during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Second Battle of Fort Fisher on January 15, 1865.