William Troy - Gustine, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
N 37° 07.027 W 121° 04.964
10S E 670336 N 4109585
The grave of medal of honor recipient William Troy.
Waymark Code: WMV5YT
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 02/28/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
Views: 5

"William Troy (1848–March 8, 1907) entered service in the US Navy from Massachusetts as a United States Navy sailor. For bravery in action during the 1871 Korean Expedition he received the Medal of Honor on June 11, 1871. He was part of the party that rescued the mortally wounded Hugh McKee at Citadel Korea and was himself wounded and specifically commended by the Lieutenant.

Originally buried at the Stockton State Hospital Cemetery, his remains were moved to the San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery (Section M-1, Grave 53) in Santa Nella Village, Merced County, California." (visit link)
Armed Service: Navy

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