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William H. Carney was born in Norfolk, VA
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CArney joined a local malitia unit called the Moragan Guards.
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Carney became part of Company C of the Massachusetts 54th.
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Carney led the charge and attack at Fort Wagner.
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Willaim is discharged from the army because of his injuries.
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Willaim is honored for his valient efforts at Fort Wagner.
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He married to Savannah Willliams
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Carney died in Boston, MA