George W. Hooker
George W. Hooker (February 6, 1838 – August 6, 1902) was an American Civil War veteran who received the Medal of Honor. In 1862 Hooker captured 116 Confederate soldiers along with their colonel and company colors by himself. For this action he was awarded the Medal of Honor. Hooker was elected in 1879 and 1880 as department commander of the Grand Army of the Republic in Vermont. He was also elected as Brattleboro's representative in the Vermont General Assembly, to which he was re-elected in 1882.
George White Hooker | |
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Hooker in c. 1865 | |
| Sergeant at Arms of the United States House of Representatives | |
| In office December 5, 1881 – December 4, 1883 | |
| Leader | J. Warren Keifer |
| Preceded by | John G. Thompson |
| Succeeded by | John P. Leedom |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 6, 1838 Salem, New York, U.S. |
| Died | August 6, 1902 (aged 64) |
| Spouse | Mary G. Fisk |
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| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States Union |
| Years of service | 1861–1865 |
| Rank | Lieutenant-colonel |
| Unit | Company E, 4th Vermont Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Crampton's Gap, Battle of Cold Harbor |
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