Edwin M. Truell

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private Edwin M. Truell, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 21 July 1864, while serving with Company E, 12th Wisconsin Infantry, in action at Atlanta, Georgia. Although severely wounded in a charge, Private Truell remained with the regiment until again severely wounded, losing his leg.

General Orders: Date of Issue: March 11, 1870

Action Date: July 21, 1864

Service: Army

Rank: Private

Company: Company E

Division: 12th Wisconsin Infantry