George W. Lucas (soldier)

George Washington Lucas (c. 1845 – May 17, 1921) was an American soldier, who was a Private in the Union Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the American Civil War.

Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, Company C, 3d Missouri Cavalry. Place and date: At Benton, Ark., July 25, 1864. Entered service at: Mt. Sterling, Brown County, Ill. Birth: Adams County, Ill. Date of issue: December 1864.

Citation:

"Pursued and killed Confederate Brig. Gen. George M. Holt, Arkansas Militia, capturing his arms and horse."