William Joseph Franks

Acting Master's mate, U.S. Navy

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American Civil War

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Biography

William Joseph Franks was a United States Navy sailor who received the Medal of Honor for his actions in the American Civil War.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts