William Henry Powell (soldier)
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William Henry Powell (soldier)
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William Henry Powell was an American soldier who fought for the Union in the American Civil War. He was a leader in the iron and nail business before the war, and his leadership abilities proved useful in the military. Powell began as a captain, and quickly ascended to higher roles in the cavalry, including commanding a regiment, a brigade, and then a division. Powell was awarded his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for heroism at Sinking Creek, Virginia, wh
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American Medal of Honor recipient (1825–1904)
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Henry_Powell_(soldier)
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2014-07-08T23:50:23Z
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2024-08-31T12:27:55Z
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