George Henry Palmer
George Henry Palmer | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 16, 1841 Leonardsville, New York, US |
| Died | April 7, 1901 (aged 60) Harrison, Illinois, US |
| Buried | Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia |
| Allegiance | United States Union |
| Service | United States Army Union Army |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | Company G, 1st Illinois Volunteer Cavalry |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
| Alma mater | Monmouth College |
George Henry Palmer (April 16, 1841 – April 7, 1901) was an American bugler in the 1st Illinois Volunteer Cavalry during the American Civil War. He received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action while fighting for the North at Lexington, Missouri, on September 20, 1861. He was honored with the award on March 10, 1896.