George Ladd (Medal of Honor)

George Ladd was a United States Army soldier who received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the American Civil War. He was born in Meredith, New Hampshire.

Ladd served as a Private in Company A, 11th Massachusetts Infantry. He earned the Medal of Honor for extraordinary heroism on May 12, 1864, at the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia. During intense fighting, Ladd voluntarily carried dispatches through heavy enemy fire, contributing significantly to the Union effort.

His Medal of Honor citation reads: "Voluntarily carried dispatches through a fire that would have daunted the bravest."

Further details about his life before and after the Civil War are sparse, although military records confirm his service and the awarding of the Medal of Honor. He is remembered for his courage and devotion to duty during a pivotal battle of the war.