Sponsored by:

Navy Federal Credit Union
William
Shaffer
1841

–

January 2, 1910

Cemetery:

I.O.O.F. Cemetery

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private

    Division:

    8th U.S. Cavalry

    Action Date:

    August – October, 1868
    Date of Issue: July 24, 1869

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private William Shaffer, United States Army, for bravery in scouts and actions against Indians from August to October 1868, while serving with Company B, 8th U.S. Cavalry, in action in Arizona Territory.