Will C. Barnes Quotes


Once, no self-respecting puncher considered himself dressed for work until he had his feet inside of a pair of $15 boots made by one of the favorite boot-makers, whose merits they discussed about the camp fires night after night.


Citations

Barnes, Will C. Western Grazing Grounds and Forest Ranges. The Breeder's Gazette, 1913.

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Will C. Barnes
Will C. Barnes
  • Born: June 21, 1858
  • Died: December 17, 1936
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Soldier

Will Croft Barnes, a private in the U.S. Army Signal Corps, was distinguished for his action in the battle at Fort Apache, Arizona Territory on September 11, 1881. When Fort Apache was besieged by warriors of Geronimo, Barnes escaped and rode to Fort Thomas. Soldiers from Fort Thomas came to the aid of Fort Apache. For his gallantry, Barnes received the Medal of Honor on November 8, 1882, the citation noting his "bravery in action."