William Keller (Medal of Honor)
William G. Keller | |
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William Keller wearing the Medal of Honor | |
| Born | April 19, 1876 Buffalo, New York, US |
| Died | September 20, 1963 (aged 87) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Company F, 10th U.S. Infantry |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
William G. Keller (April 19, 1876 – September 20, 1963) was a United States Army soldier who received the Medal of Honor, the United States' highest military decoration for valor, for his actions during the Spanish–American War.
As a private in Company F of the 10th U.S. Infantry, Keller distinguished himself on July 1, 1898, during the advance on Santiago de Cuba. He assisted in the rescue of wounded soldiers from in front of the lines while under heavy enemy fire at San Juan Hill, carrying them a mile to safety. Keller was officially awarded the Medal of Honor on June 22, 1899.
After his military service, he moved to Cleveland, Ohio, where he worked for the Ohio Bell telephone company and became a prominent local figure. He served in a special guard of honor for President Franklin D. Roosevelt at the 1937 inaugural ceremonies.
Keller died in 1963 and is buried in Lake View Cemetery in Cleveland.