William E. Simonds
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For the American author who used the pen-name Walter Aimwell, see William Simonds (author).
William Edgar Simonds (November 24, 1842 – March 14, 1903) was a United States Representative from Connecticut and a recipient of the U.S. military's highest award, the Medal of Honor, for his actions as a soldier in the American Civil War.
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William Edgar Simonds | |
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Born | (1842-11-24)November 24, 1842 Collinsville, Connecticut |
Died | March 14, 1903(1903-03-14) (aged 60) Hartford, Connecticut |
Place of burial | Canton Center Cemetery Canton, Connecticut |
Allegiance | United States Union |
Service/ | Union Army |
Years of service | 1862–1863 |
Rank | Second Lieutenant |
Battles/wars | American Civil War *Battle of Irish Bend |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
Other work | Lawyer Congressman |
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