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William Philip Schirm was born on December 10, 1836 in Nassau a/d Lahn, Germany and he died on May 31, 1896. Brave soldier, father of five, devoted husband, and dedicated business man. William P. Schirm immigrated to America in 1857 from Nassau, Germany and settled in Georgia. His early days in America are not well documented but on December 13, 1864 while helping to defend Fort McAllister, his Commanding Officer had this to say about Lt. Schirm: "Lt. Schirm fought until the enemy entered the fort, and notwithstanding a wound in the head, gallantly remained at his post, discharging his duties with coolness and efficiency worthy of commendation." The Savannah Benevolent Association wrote upon his death that "the life has been active, correct, exemplary, and consistent, and the service well-timed, practical, and useful." William P. Schirm was a man of honor, dedication, and trust.
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11-16-1988
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Molskow, To, "William Philip Schirm" (1988). Savannah Biographies. 139.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/sav-bios-lane/139
