William Edward Birkhimer | |
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 William Edward Birkhimer, Medal of Honor recipient | |
| Born | March 1, 1848 Somerset, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | June 10, 1914 (aged 66) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States Union |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1864–1906 |
| Rank | Brigadier general |
| Unit | 3rd U.S. Artillery |
| Battles/wars | |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
| Relations | Williston B. Palmer, Charles D. Palmer (grandsons) |
William Edward Birkhimer (March 1, 1848 – June 10, 1914) was a United States Army brigadier general and lawyer received the Medal of Honor while a captain during the Philippine–American War.[1] His career was long and varied, as he started as an Iowa private in the Union Army during the Civil War. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery.[2]
- ^ Notable Graves: Philippine–Insurrection MoH Recipients – Arlington National Cemetery Official Website
- ^ Burial Details: Birkhimer, William E – ANC Explorer