Career
Appleton served in the American Civil War in the 4th United States. Colored Infantry for the Union Army. He died on September 9, 1912 at the age of 69 and is buried in the Evergreen Cemetery in Pembroke, New Hampshire.
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William Appleton
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Born
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September 9, 1912 (aged 69) -
Nationality
American
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Medal of Honor Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor citation Citation: The first man of the Eighteenth Corps to enter the enemy's works at Petersburg, Va., 15 June 1864. Valiant service in a desperate assault at New Market Heights, Va., inspiring the Union troops by his example of steady courage.Medal of Honor citation Citation: The first man of the Eighteenth Corps to enter the enemy's works at Petersburg, Va., 15 June 1864. Valiant service in a desperate assault at New Market Heights, Va., inspiring the Union troops by his example of steady courage.