Theodore Roosevelt-Oyster Bay, NY
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Spanish-American War Medal of Honor Recipient for action near Santiago de Cuba on July 1, 1898. He was issued the award in January 2001. He became the 26th President of the United States. He is buried in Youngs Memorial Cemetery, Oyster Bay, NY.
Waymark Code: WMY37D
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 04/11/2018
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He was born on October 27, 1858 in Manhattan, NY and died on January 6, 1919 in Oyster Bay, NY. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: ROOSEVELT, THEODORE
• The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, March 3, 1863,
has awarded in the name of The Congress the Medal of Honor to
LIEUTENANT COLONEL THEODORE ROOSEVELT
UNITED STATES ARMY
for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty:
Citation: Lieutenant Colonel Theodore Roosevelt distinguished himself by acts of bravery on 1 July, 1898, near Santiago de Cuba, Republic of Cuba, while leading a daring charge up San Juan Hill. Lieutenant Colonel Roosevelt, in total disregard for his personal safety, and accompanied by only four or five men, led a desperate and gallant charge up San Juan Hill, encouraging his troops to continue the assault through withering enemy fire over open countryside. Facing the enemy's heavy fire, he displayed extraordinary bravery throughout the charge, and was the first to reach the enemy trenches, where he quickly killed one of the enemy with his pistol, allowing his men to continue the assault. His leadership and valor turned the tide in the Battle for San Juan Hill. Lieutenant Colonel Roosevelt's extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.
Armed Service: Army
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