Sponsored by:

Navy Federal Credit Union
William
“Willie”
Johnston
July 1, 1850

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Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Musician

    Division:

    3d Vermont Infantry

    Action Date:

    June 26 – July 1, 1862
    Date of Issue: September 16, 1863

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Musician William “Willie” Johnston, United States Army, for gallantry from June 26 to 1 July 1862, while serving with Company D, 3d Vermont Infantry, in action during the Seven Day Battle and the Peninsula Campaign, Virginia.