Robert Williams (Medal of Honor)

Unknown, U.S. Navy

Yazoo Pass expedition

Awards & Decorations

Ribbon Rack

Biography

Robert Williams was an American sailor and recipient of the Medal of Honor during the American Civil War. Little is known about Williams except for information regarding his Medal of Honor action. He served aboard the USS Benton as a signal quartermaster and earned his medal for actions during the Yazoo River (Mississippi) Expedition from December 23–27, 1862, specifically on December 27 at Drumgould's Bluff.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts