About William Shaffer (Schaffer)
The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private William Shaffer, United States Army, for bravery in scouts and actions against Indians from August to October 1868, while serving with Company B, 8th U.S. Cavalry, in action in Arizona Territory.
General Orders: Date of Issue: July 24, 1869
Action Date: August - October, 1868
Service: Army
Rank: Private
Company: Company B
Division: 8th U.S. Cavalry
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William Shaffer (Schaffer)'s Timeline
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1841
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Bavaria, Germany
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1910 |
January 2, 1910
Age 69
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Odd Fellows Cemetery, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States
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