Peter Williams (Medal of Honor)
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Peter Williams (born c. 1831, date of death unknown) was a Union Navy sailor in the American Civil War who received the U.S. military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor. He earned the award for steering USS Monitor throughout the Battle of Hampton Roads, the first combat between ironclad warships in history.
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Born | c. 1831 Norway |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1862–1867 |
Rank | Acting ensign |
Commands held | USS Clematis |
Battles/wars | American Civil War • Battle of Hampton Roads |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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