Will C. Barnes
Military Person
1858 – 1936
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Who was Will C. Barnes?
Will Croft Barnes, a private in the U.S. Army Signal Corps, was distinguished for his action in the battle at Fort Apache, Arizona Territory on September 11, 1881. When Fort Apache was besieged by warriors of Geronimo, Barnes escaped and rode to Fort Thomas. Soldiers from Fort Thomas came to the aid of Fort Apache. For his gallantry, Barnes received the Medal of Honor on November 8, 1882, the citation noting his "bravery in action."
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- Born
- Jun 21, 1858
San Francisco - Also known as
- Will Barnes
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Died
- Dec 17, 1936
Phoenix - Resting place
- Arlington National Cemetery
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on July 23, 2013
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