William W. McCammon facts for kids
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William Wallace McCammon
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| Born | May 28, 1838 Shippensburg, Pennsylvania |
| Died | March 27, 1903 (aged 64) Vancouver, Washington |
| Place of burial |
Fort Vancouver Military Cemetery
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| Allegiance |  United States of AmericaUnion |
| Service/ |
 United States Navy Union Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1866, 1867 - 1902 |
| Rank |  Major |
| Unit |  24th Missouri Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
William Wallace McCammon (May 28, 1838 – March 27, 1903) was a soldier in the Union Army who received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the American Civil War.
Biography
He obtained the award for his service as 1st Lieutenant in Company E, 24th Missouri Infantry. He was Provost marshal of the company. During the fighting at Corinth, Mississippi, on October 3, 1862 (the Second Battle of Corinth), after great losses to his company, he voluntarily assumed command and continued to lead until the repulse and retreat of the enemy forces the next day. The award was not issued until July 9, 1896. He made a career in the army, rose to the rank of Major, and also served in the Spanish–American War. He died in Vancouver, Washington, and was buried at the Fort Vancouver Military Cemetery.
