Nelson, William

Class Year

Class of 1839

Highest Rank/Rate

MG

Conflict

Mexican-American War
Civil War

Awards and Honors

Cited for Gallantry

Location of Service

Mexico, US

Branch/Unit

USN and USA

Notes

WIA Richmond, KY; shot & killed by BG Jefferson C. Davis; div cdr

Citation

“Nelson, William,” Norwich University Alumni Veterans, accessed September 8, 2024, https://veterans.nuarchives.com/items/show/134.