| M. R. William Grebe | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 4, 1838 |
| Died | December 24, 1916 |
| Place of birth | Hildesheim, Niedersachsen |
| Place of death | Bonner Springs, Kansas |
| Buried at | Mount Saint Mary's Cemetery, Kansas City, MO |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | 4th Missouri Calvary, Company F |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards | Metal of Honor |
M.R. William Grebe (August 4, 1838 - December 24, 1916) was awarded the Metal of Honor for his actions on August 31, 1864 at the Battle of Jonesborough when, "While acting as aide and carrying orders across a most dangerous part of the battlefield, being hindered by a Confederate advance, Captain Grebe seized a rifle, took a place in the ranks and was conspicuous in repulsing the enemy." He received his metal on February 24, 1889.[1][2]
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