William H. Surles

Private, U.S. Army

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PerryvilleKentuckyAmerican Civil War

Awards & Decorations

Ribbon Rack

Biography

William H. Surles was a private in the United States Army who served during the American Civil War. He is remembered for his acts of gallantry on the battlefield, which ultimately earned him the nation's highest military decoration.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts