William Donaldson Dickey (January 11, 1845 – May 14, 1924) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
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| Born | January 11, 1845 Newburgh, New York |
| Died | May 14, 1924 (aged 79) New York City, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1862 - 1863, 1864 - 1865 |
| Rank | Major Brevet Colonel |
| Unit |  15th New York Heavy Artillery Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Second Battle of Petersburg |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography edit
Dickey was commissioned as a 1st lieutenant in November 1862, and assigned to the 168th New York Volunteer Infantry.[1] He mustered out with the regiment in October 1863, and joined the 15th New York Heavy Artillery as a captain in February 1864. He was promoted to major in May 1865, and mustered out with the 15th New York Heavy Artillery in August 1865.[2] Dickey received the Medal of Honor on June 10, 1896, for his actions at the Second Battle of Petersburg.
After the war, Dickey became a companion of the District of Columbia Commandery of the Military Order of the Loyal Legion of the United States.
Medal of Honor citation edit
Citation:
Refused to leave the field, remaining in command after being wounded by a piece of shell, and led his command in the assault on the enemy's works on the following day.[3]
