William D. Newland

William D. Newland
Ordinary Seaman William Newland
Born(1841-01-05)January 5, 1841
Medway, Massachusetts, US
Died1914 (aged 72–73)
Place of burial
Prospect Hill Cemetery, Millis, Massachusetts
Allegiance
BranchUnited States Navy
Service years1862 - 1865
RankOrdinary Seaman
UnitUSS Oneida
Conflicts
AwardsMedal of Honor

William D. Newland (January 5, 1841 – 1914) was a United States Navy sailor and a recipient of America's highest military decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the American Civil War.

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