William Smith (Medal of Honor, 1869)

Private William Smith was a soldier in the United States Army who served during the Indian Wars in the late 19th century. On October 20, 1869, he distinguished himself through acts of gallantry during an engagement in the Chiricahua Mountains, located in the Arizona Territory.

For his exceptional bravery in action during this conflict, Smith was awarded the Medal of Honor, the United States military's highest decoration for valor. His courageous actions represent the dedication and sacrifice of frontier soldiers during the post-Civil War Indian Campaigns.