George Ladd (Medal of Honor)

George Ladd (1828 or 1829 – August 13, 1889) was a private in the Union Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the American Civil War.

George Ladd
George Ladd, Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient
Born	1829 Camillus, New York, US
Died	(1869-08-13)August 13, 1869
Allegiance	United States Union
Service / branch	United States Army Union Army
Years of service	1864–1865
Rank	Private
Unit	Company H, 22nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment
Battles / wars	American Civil War
Awards	Medal of Honor

At the age of 35, Ladd enlisted in the Army from Camillus, New York in January 1864. He mustered out with his regiment in August 1865.

George Ladd is buried in Bath National Cemetery, Steuben County, New York. Plot: Section C, Row 6, Grave 6

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Private, Company H, 22d New York Cavalry. Place and date: At Waynesboro, Va., March 2, 1865. Entered service at: Carmillus, Onondaga County, N.Y. Birth: Carmillus, N.Y. Date of issue: March 26, 1865.

Citation:

Captured a standard bearer, his flag, horse and equipment.

See also

• List of Medal of Honor recipients
• List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: G–L

References

• "George Ladd". Medal of Honor recipients: American Civil War. United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Archived from the original on 2012-09-02. Retrieved 2008-03-08.

External links

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