William P. Brownell, Date of Birth, Date of Death
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Medal of Honor recipient
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About William P. Brownell
- Coxswain William P.
- Brownell (July 12, 1839 to April 26, 1915) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War.
- Brownell received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action aboard the USS Benton during the Battle of Grand Gulf on 2 May 1863 and the Siege of Vicksburg at New Bern on 22 May 1863.
- He was honored with the award on 16 April 1864.
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