George Ladd (Medal of Honor)

George Ladd

George Ladd, Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient
Born 1828 or 1829
Carmillus, New York
Died August 13, 1889(1889-08-13)
Allegiance United States of America
Union
Service/branch United States Army
Union Army
Years of service 1864 - 1865
Rank Private
Unit Company H, 22d New York Cavalry
Battles/wars American Civil War
Awards Medal of Honor

George Ladd (1828 or 1829 - August 13, 1889) was a Private in the Union Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the American Civil War.

At the age of 35, Ladd enlisted in the Army at from Carmillus, New York in January 1864. He mustered out with his regiment in August 1865. [1]

George Ladd is buried in Bath National Cemetery, Steuben County, New York. Plot: Section C, Row 6, Grave 6

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Private, Company H, 22d New York Cavalry. Place and date: At Waynesboro, Va., March 2, 1865. Entered service at: Carmillus, Onondaga County, N.Y. Birth: Carmillus, N.Y. Date of issue: March 26, 1865.

Citation:

Captured a standard bearer, his flag, horse and equipment.

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