Bust of General William Shafter
General William Shafter (1835-1906), born in Galesburg, received America's highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions at the Battle of Fair Oaks.
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- Text: Fedor de Vries
- Photos: Einar E Kvaran
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