Wilson Smith (Medal of Honor)
Corporal Wilson Smith | |
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Smith in 1875 | |
| Born | 6 September 1841 Madison, New York |
| Died | 22 February 1901 (aged 59) Rome, New York |
| Buried | Rome Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States (Union) |
| Branch | Army |
| Years of service | 1861-1863 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | Company H, 3rd New York Light Artillery |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Washington |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Wilson Smith (6 September 1841 – 22 February 1901) was a corporal of the United States Army who was awarded the Medal of Honor for gallantry during the American Civil War. He was awarded the medal on 24 April 1896 for actions performed in 1862 during the prelude to the Battle of Washington in North Carolina.