Joseph Witcome - San Francisco, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
N 37° 48.047 W 122° 27.792
10S E 547256 N 4183848
Medal of Honor recipient at San Francisco National Cemetery.
Waymark Code: WMVBZ3
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 03/29/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member iconions
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"Indian Campaigns Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient. Also known as Joseph Whitcome. He entered the US Army in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He served as a Private in Company B, 8th US Cavalry. He was awarded the CMOH for action during August 13 and October 31, 1868 in the vicinity of the Black Mountains, Arizona Territory. His citation reads "Bravery in scouts and actions against Indians"." (visit link)
Armed Service: Army
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