Richard H. Wood (November 15, 1833 - March 8, 1903) was an American soldier and recipient of the Medal of Honor.
Biography
Richard Wood was born in Canton, New Jersey on November 15, 1833.[1] He served as a captain in the 97th Illinois Infantry Regiment. He earned his medal on May 22, 1863, at the Battle of Vicksburg, Mississippi. His medal was presented to him on December 12, 1895.[2] He died on March 8, 1903, and is now buried in Woodburn Cemetery, Woodburn, Illinois.[3]
Medal of Honor Citation
For extraordinary heroism on 22 May 1863, in action at Vicksburg, Mississippi. Captain Wood led the volunteer storming party, which made a most gallant assault upon the enemy's works.[4]
References
- ^ "Recipients: Richard H. Wood". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved June 10, 2021.
- ^ "Medal of Honor Winner". jvil. Retrieved June 10, 2021.
- ^ "List by Alphabet ( U-Z ) » Medal of Honor Historical Society of the United States". www.mohhsus.com. Retrieved 2021-06-10.
- ^ "Richard H. Wood". Military Times Hall of Valor. Retrieved June 10, 2021.