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Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Army

William Garvin was an American sailor who fought in the American Civil War. Garvin received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Garvin's medal was won for his actions during the First Battle of Fort Fisher on board the U.S.S. Agawam. He was posthumously honored with the award on December 31, 1864.
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