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George
F.
Pond
October 5, 1844

–

June 21, 1911

Cemetery:

Evergreen Cemetery

George Pond’s brother, James Burton Pond, also earned the Medal of Honor during the Civil War.

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private

    Division:

    3d Wisconsin Cavalry

    Action Date:

    May 15, 1864
    Date of Issue: May 16, 1899

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private George F. Pond, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 15 May 1864, while serving with Company C, 3d Wisconsin Cavalry, in action at Drywood, Kansas. With two companions, Private Pond attacked a greatly superior force of guerrillas, routed them, and rescued several prisoners.