George W. Baird

George William Baird
BornDecember 13, 1839
Milford, Connecticut, US
DiedNovember 26, 1906(1906-11-26) (aged 66)
Asheville, North Carolina, US
AllegianceUnited States
Union
BranchUnited States Army
Union Army
Service years1862–1903
RankBrigadier General
Commands32nd United States Colored Infantry
ConflictsAmerican Civil War
Indian Wars
AwardsMedal of Honor

George William Baird (December 13, 1839 – November 26, 1906) was a US Army officer. He served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Indian Wars.

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