Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
U.S. Civil War - U.S. Navy
William Talbott
Details
- Also Known As: Talbot, William
- Rank: Captain of the Forecastle
- Conflict/Era: U.S. Civil War
- Unit/Command:
U.S.S. Louisville - Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
- Medal of Honor Action Date: January 10 - 11, 1863
- Medal of Honor Action Place: Fort Hindman, Arkansas, USA
Citation
Served as captain of the forecastle on board the U.S.S. Louisville at the capture of the Arkansas post, 10 and 11 January 1863. Carrying out his duties as captain of a 9-inch gun, Talbott was conspicuous for ability and bravery throughout this engagement with the enemy.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: 1812, England
- Died: September 5, 1899, Bath, ME, United States
- Buried: Maple Grove Cemetery (4E-11), Bath, ME, United States