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Medal of Honor Recipients Historical Markers

Markers associated with the named recipients of the Medal of Honor, the highest award for valor which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Services of the United States.
 
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201 Kansas, Pratt County, Pratt — Father Emil J. KapaunChaplain — "The Shepherd in Combat Boots" —
On U.S. 281 at NE 40th Street, on the left when traveling north on U.S. 281.
Capt. U.S. Army WWII • Korea Died in Pyokotong, Korea POW Camp 5-6-51 while shepherding his men and giving of his own food and clothing. Born at Pilsen, Ks.Map (db m65084) WM
202 Kentucky, Barren County, Glasgow — Barren County's Medal of Honor Winners
Near Green Street north of Washington Street, on the left when traveling north.
In Commemoration of Barren County’s Two Congressional Medal of Honor Winners First Sergeant William Logan Day Co. E, 5th United States Cavalry For gallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches during 1872-73. . . . Map (db m88130) HM WM
203 Kentucky, Boone County, Petersburg — Charles Clinton Fleek (1947-1969) / Medal of Honor Recipient
On Belleview Road (Kentucky Route 20/3608) 0.4 miles east of Mill Street, on the right when traveling north.
Charles Clinton Fleek (1947-1969). Sergeant Charles Clinton "Chalkie" Fleek was born on August 28, 1947 in Petersburg, KY. He served in the U.S. Army 25th Infantry Division in South Vietnam and is the only medal of Honor recipient from Boone . . . Map (db m201099) HM
204 Kentucky, Breathitt County, Jackson — Willie Sandlin
On Main Street.
Kentuckys only medal of honor winner in World War I. Born at the head of Freeman fork of Longs Creek, Breathitt County, KY. Jan. 1. 1890. Single handedly destroyed three German machine gun nests. Killed 24 enemy soldiers near Bois De Froges France . . . Map (db m73884) WM
205 Kentucky, Campbell County, Fort Thomas — 990 — Samuel Woodfill
On Alexandria Pike (U.S. 27) at Woodfill Avenue on Alexandria Pike.
“Outstanding soldier of the AEF," Gen. Pershing. “The first soldier of America,” Marshal Foch. Given Congressional Medal of Honor, the French Croix de Guerre and Legion of Honor. Alone he destroyed three machine gun nests, . . . Map (db m135046) HM
206 Kentucky, Campbell County, Southgate — 1867 — William H. Horsfall
On Alexandria Pike (U.S. 27), on the right when traveling south.
One of youngest Kentuckians to receive the Medal of Honor for service during the Civil War is buried in Evergreen Cemetery. Horsfall, born in Newport, 1847, was a drummer in Company G, First Ky. Infantry (USA). Medal was awarded for saving the life . . . Map (db m62013) HM
207 Kentucky, Daviess County, Owensboro — 2384 — Medal of Honor Winners
On Frederica Street south of West 2nd Street, on the right when traveling north.
(side 1) Daviess Co. natives who have received the Medal of Honor: John J. Given–Corp, Co K, 6th U.S. Cavalry. Died while trying to recover a fallen soldier at Wichita River, Texas, July 12, 1870. Thomas Cruse- 2nd . . . Map (db m119829) HM WM
208 Kentucky, Franklin County, Frankfort — 2227 — Oliver Percy Rood1845-1885
On Clifton Avenue, 0.3 miles west of Cheek Street, on the left when traveling west.
Civil War Medal of Honor recipient. Born in Franklin Co. on April 25, 1845. Rood moved to Indiana in mid-1850s. Served as private with Co F, 14th IN Inf Regt. On July 2, 1863, captured flag of 21st NC Inf Regt at the Battle of Gettysburg. Died June . . . Map (db m162492) HM
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209 Kentucky, Harlan County, Harlan — Famous People from Harlan County
On East Central Street just west of North 2nd Street, on the right when traveling west.
Harlan County has had many claims to fame over the years and people across the world have heard of Bloody Harlan or watched as Harlan was put on the small screen in FX's Justified. However, our county has also seen it's share of notable people, . . . Map (db m181324) HM
210 Kentucky, Henderson County, Henderson — They Served with Honor for Freedom
On North Main Street, 0.1 miles north of Washington Street, on the right when traveling north.
In Memory of Luther Skaggs, Jr. Medal of Honor—World War II Gary L. Littrell Medal of Honor—Vietnam War Map (db m89389) WM
211 Kentucky, Laurel County, Lily — 2033 — First Lt. Carl H. Dodd / Medal of Honor Winner(1925-1996)
On Laurel Road (U.S. 25) at Roaden Lane, on the right when traveling north on Laurel Road.
(side 1) First Lt. Carl H. Dodd This Medal of Honor recipient was born in Harlan Co. Dodd served with Co. E, 5th Regimental Combat Team, U.S. Army. He was awarded the medal for heroic action in the Korean War for capture of Hill . . . Map (db m62761) HM
212 Kentucky, Leslie County, Hyden — 631 — Sgt. Willie Sandlin
On Main Street (State Highway 80) at Dryhill Road (State Highway 257), on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
Only Kentuckian to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor in World War I. Born in Kentucky on Jan. 1, 1891. He enlisted 1917, serving as sergeant in 132d Inf., 33d Div. Medal was awarded for bravery, coolness in putting three machine-gun nests out . . . Map (db m84398) HM
213 Kentucky, Letcher County, Jenkins — 1906 — Lt. Darwin K. Kyle
On Main Street (State Highway 805) 0.1 miles east of Lake Side Drive (State Highway 2550), on the left when traveling east.
This Congressional Medal of Honor winner fought in Korean War. Born in Jenkins, June 1918, Second Lt. Kyle in U.S. Army with Co. K, 7th Inf. Regt., 3d Inf. Div. Lt. Kyle rallied his men amid intensive fighting to renew attacks on enemy machine-gun . . . Map (db m97121) HM
214 Kentucky, Lincoln County, McKinney — 2013 — PFC William B. Baugh, USMC / Medal of Honor Winner
On Kentucky Route 198, 0.1 miles south of Railroad Street, on the right when traveling south.
PFC William B. Baugh, USMC This Congressional Medal of Honor recipient born near here July 7, 1930. Baugh served with Co. G, 3rd Battalion, First Marines, First Marine Div. (Reinforced). Awarded honor posthumously for gallantry at risk of . . . Map (db m83460) HM
215 Kentucky, Lyon County, Eddyville — Andrew Jackson SmithMedal of Honor Recipient
On West Dale Avenue west of East Commerce Street, on the right when traveling west.
Born in Lyon County Kentucky, Corporal Andrew Jackson Smith (1843-1932) served as a member of the 55th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry of the United States Army. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for extraordinary valor in the face of deadly enemy . . . Map (db m124038) HM
216 Kentucky, Lyon County, Grand Rivers — 2107 — Andrew Jackson Smith / Medal of Honor
On The Trace at County Road 301, on the right when traveling north on The Trace.
Andrew Jackson Smith, Medal of Honor Recipient This Medal of Honor recipient was born a slave in Lyon County, Ky., on September 3, 1843. Andrew Jackson Smith escaped to Union Army at 19 and fell in with 41st Illinois. Wounded at Battle of . . . Map (db m245366) HM WM
217 Kentucky, Madison County, Richmond — 2030 — Medal of Honor Winners
On East Main Street (Business U.S. 25), on the right when traveling east.
(Side A) Pvt. William M. Harris and Pvt. Thomas W. Stivers were born in 1850 in Madison Co., Ky. Pvt. George D. Scott was born 1850 in Garrard Co., Ky. These three individuals joined Capt. Thomas B. Weir's Co. D, 7th U.S. Cavalry. They . . . Map (db m167331) HM
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218 Kentucky, Mason County, Maysville — 2319 — John Samuel Darrough / Medal of Honor Recipient
On Limestone Street at East 2nd Street, on the right when traveling north on Limestone Street.
Side 1 John Samuel Darrough Born in Maysville on April 6, 1841. His family moved to Iroquois Co., Illinois in 1852. He enlisted in 1862 and served in Co. F, 113th Illinois Infantry where he rose to the rank of Sergeant. He was . . . Map (db m83611) HM
219 Kentucky, Ohio County, Rosine — 1672 — PFC Wesley Phelps / Medal of Honor Winner
On U.S. 62 at North McHenry Street, on the right when traveling east on U.S. 62.
PFC Wesley Phelps This Congressional Medal of Honor winner, born in Grayson County, June 12, 1923, is buried in Rosine Cemetery. Phelps served with Third Battalion, Seventh Marines, First Marine Division, during World War II. The honor was . . . Map (db m159223) HM WM
220 Kentucky, Rockcastle County, Livingston — Congressional Medal of HonorAwarded to Private First Class David M. Smith
On Main Street (U.S. 25), on the left when traveling north.
Born November 10, 1926, Livingston, Kentucky - Died September 1, 1950, Yongsan Village, Korea. Drafted in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, PFC David M. Smith died in battle when he sacrificed his life to save his comrades-in-arms when he fell . . . Map (db m103715) WM
221 Kentucky, Rockcastle County, Livingston — 1643 — PFC David M. Smith / Medal of Honor Winner
On South Daniel Boone Trail (Kentucky Route 25), on the right when traveling north.
PFC David M. Smith Homesite of this Congressional Medal of Honor winner, born in Livingston, Ky., Nov. 10, 1926. Church built here, 1974. Smith served with the U.S. Army, Co. E, 9th Inf. Regt., 2d Inf. Div., during Korean Conflict. The honor . . . Map (db m103713) HM
222 Kentucky, Rowan County, Morehead — Capt. William E. Barber, USMCRecipient, Medal of Honor
Near University Boulevard south of Elizabeth Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
A native of nearby Morgan County, Capt. Barber received our nation's highest decoration for bravery for heroically leading his Marine rifle company in a desperate five-day defense of a frozen mountain pass vital to the 1st Marine Division's . . . Map (db m120060) HM WM
223 Louisiana, Allen Parish, Kinder — 1st. Lt. Douglas B. Fournet
On 9th Street at 4th Street when traveling north on 9th Street.
In Memoriam 1st. Lt. Douglas B. Fournet May 7, 1943 - May 4, 1968Awarded The Congressional Medal of Honor Posthumously by PRESIDENT RICHARD M. NIXON For Conspicuous Gallantry And Willing Sacrifice"Greater Love Hath No Man Than This, That A Man . . . Map (db m114501) HM WM
224 Louisiana, Allen Parish, Kinder — 1st. Lt. Douglas Bernard FournetB. May 7, 1943 | K.I.A. May 4, 1968 Vietnam
On Kinder Cemetery Road, 1.5 miles north of 6th Street (U.S. 190).
Vietnam Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient. Served in the United States Army during the War in Vietnam as a First Lieutenant in Company B, 1st Battalion 7th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile). He was awarded the CMOH for his bravery . . . Map (db m133980) HM
225 Louisiana, Allen Parish, Oakdale — Sgt. Leroy Johnson
On East 6th Avenue at 10th Street, in the median on East 6th Avenue.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay his life down for his friend." No more appropriate words could be used than the above in the incident relative to the death of U.S. Army Sgt. Leroy Johnson of Oakdale, La., who covered . . . Map (db m86706) HM WM
226 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Adolphus W. Greely
Near North Lakeshore Drive near Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Major General U.S.Army Medal Of Honor Issued 22 February 1935Map (db m147300) HM WM
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227 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Albert Weisbogel
Near North Lakeshore Drive near Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
C aptain U.S. Navy - U.S.S. Benicia Medals of Honor Issued Double Awardee 23-March-1886 9-June-1886Map (db m147314) HM WM
228 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Charles W. Anderson
Near Veterans Memorial Boulevard near West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Pvt. U.S. Army Co. K, 1st New York Calvary (Union) Medal of Honor Issued 26-March-1865Map (db m147974) HM WM
229 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Douglas B. Fournet
Near Veterans Memorial Boulevard near West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
1st Lt. U.S. Army Co. B, 1st Bat. 7th Cavalry (Airmobile) Medal Of Honor Issued 7-April-1970 PosthunouslyMap (db m150335) HM WM
230 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Edward Schowalter, Jr.
Near Veterans Memorial Boulevard near West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
1st. Lt. U.S. Army Co. A, 31st Inf. Reg. 7th Inf. Div. Medal Of Honor Issued GO# 6 12-January-1952Map (db m150316) HM WM
231 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Howard Gilmore
Near Veterans Memorial Boulevard near West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Commander - U.S. Navy - Submarine Service U.S.S. Growler Medal of Honor Issued 13-July-1943 PosthumouslyMap (db m148439) HM WM
232 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Hulon Brooks Whittington
On Veterans Memorial Boulevard near West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Sgt. U.S. Army 41st Armored Inf. 2nd Armored Div. Medal of Honor Issued GO#32 23 April 1945Map (db m149682) HM
233 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — John Osborne
Near North Lakeshore Drive near Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Seaman U.S. Navy - U.S.S. Juniata Medal of Honor Issued G.O. #218 24-August-1876Map (db m147313) HM WM
234 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — John Williams
Near Veterans Memorial Boulevard near West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Captain U.S. Navy U.S.S. Pawee Medal of Honor Issued 3-April-1863Map (db m148428) HM WM
235 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Leroy Johnson
Near Veterans Memorial Boulevard near West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Sgt. U.S. Army - Co. K. 126 Infantry 32 Inf. Div. Medal of Honor Issued GO#83 2-October-1945 PosthumouslyMap (db m149684) HM WM
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236 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Martin Freeman
Near Veterans Memorial Boulevard near West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Lt. U.S. Navy U.S.S. Hartfort (Union) Medal of Honor Issued 31-December-1884Map (db m147971) HM WM
237 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Michael J. Novasel
Near Veterans Memorial Boulevard near West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
CWO U.S. Army - 86 Med. Detachment, 45 MEDC, 68th Med Grp Medal of Honor Issued 16-July-1971Map (db m150318) HM WM
238 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Raymond M. Clausen
Near Veterans Memorial Boulevard west of West Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Pvt U.S.M.C. Marine Med. Helicopter Sqd. 263 Marine Air Grp 16 Medal Of Honor Issued 15-June-1971Map (db m150336) HM
239 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Theodore S. Wilkinson Jr.
Near North Lakeshore Drive near Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Ensign U.S. Navy - Veta Cruz, Mex. U.S.S. Kansas Medal of Honor Issued G.O. #177 4-December-1915Map (db m147315) HM WM
240 Louisiana, Calcasieu Parish, Lake Charles — Thomas J. Ryan
Near North Lakeshore Drive near Pryce Street, on the right when traveling south.
Ensign - U.S. Navy - U.S.S. Salem Medal of Honor Issued 15-March-1924Map (db m147304) HM WM
241 Louisiana, Tangipahoa Parish, Ponchatoula — PFC Raymond "Mike" Clausen, Jr.Medal of Honor USMC — 14 October 1947 - 30 May 2004 —
On West Pine Street (State Highway 22) near 51, on the right when traveling west.
Citation For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 263, Marine Aircraft Group 16, First Marine Aircraft Wing, during operations . . . Map (db m99704) HM WM
242 Maine, Cumberland County, Brunswick — Home of Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain1828     1914
On Maine Street at Potter Street, on the right when traveling south on Maine Street.
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243 Maine, Cumberland County, Portland, East End — Major Charles J. Loring, Jr.Loring Memorial Park
On Eastern Promenade at North Street, on the right when traveling south on Eastern Promenade.
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 Major Charles J. Loring, Jr., USAF for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the . . . Map (db m186463) WM
244 Maine, Cumberland County, Portland, East End — Major Charles J. Loring, Jr.Loring Memorial
On Eastern Promenade just north of North Street, on the right when traveling west.
This memorial circle honors Major Charles J. Loring, Jr. and was erected by the Loring family in 2000 with support by the City of Portland. During his 50th Korean mission flying over Sniper Ridge, Major Charles J. Loring was hit repeatedly by . . . Map (db m186464) HM
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245 Maine, Kennebec County, Augusta — World War II and Korean War MemorialCourage
On State Street at Chandler Street, on the left when traveling south on State Street.
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246 Maine, Penobscot County, Bangor — Korean War Memorial
On Perry Road west of Webster Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
This memorial is to honor All Korean War Veterans with special tribute to Maine Congressional Medal of Honor recipients Cpl. David B. Champagne Cpl. Clair Goodblood Sgt. George D. Libby Maj. Charles J. Loring, Jr. Col. Lewis L. . . . Map (db m106944) WM
247 Maine, Penobscot County, Bangor — Maine Korean War Memorial1950 • 1953
On Eastern Avenue south of Mount Hope Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
(Front) They Gave Their Lives Fighting For Freedom Medal of Honor Recipients Cpl Clair Goodblood Army Cpl David B Champagne USMC Sgt George D Libby Army Maj Charles J Loring Jr USAF [Remaining Roll of Honored . . . Map (db m110728) WM
248 Maine, Waldo County, Burnham — Cpl. Clair Goodblood MemorialKorean War Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient
On Cpl Clair Goodblood Memorial Highway (SR 100).
(Black Granite) Medal of Honor-Cpl Clair Goodblood, born September 18, 1929-Killed in Action April 25, 1951 --(Gray Granite) Korean War Hero-Cpl Goodblood was a member of Company D, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. While serving as a . . . Map (db m62470) WM
249 Maryland, Anne Arundel County, Annapolis — Norman Scott NatatoriumNamed in honor of Rear Admiral Norman Scott, U.S. Navy — U.S.N.A. Class of 1911 —
On Cooper Road just south of Holloway Road.
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250 Maryland, Anne Arundel County, Annapolis — Vice Admiral James Bond Stockdale1923 - 2005
On Cooper Road just south of Holloway Rd..
[Panel 1:] [Rendering of the Medal of Honor (U.S. Navy/Marine Corps)] "Never give in; never give in; never, never, never--in nothing great or small, large or petty--never give in except to convictions of honour and good sense. . . . Map (db m12972) HM
251 Maryland, Baltimore, Bolton Hill — 29th Division AssociationCenter Haute Meuse 1917-Sector Alsace Argonne 1919
On Howard Street at Dolphin Street on Howard Street.
Charles Hazeltine Hammann Ens Air Service U.S. Navy March 16, 1892-June 14, 1919 Henry Gilbert Costin Pvt. Co. H, 115TH Inf., 29th Div June 15, 1898-October 8, 1918. Ensign Hammann rescued a fellow pilot by landing his seaplane on a . . . Map (db m101516) WM
252 Maryland, Baltimore, Druid Hill Park — Druid HillStrategic Union Encampment
On Swann Drive at Druid Park Lake Drive, on the right when traveling north on Swann Drive. Reported missing.
Within a year of the April 1861 Baltimore Riots, the first of several U.S. Army camps and fortifications began encircling Druid Hill, and important location high above the city and adjacent to the Northern Central Railroad. The 114th and 150th . . . Map (db m7594) HM
253 Maryland, Baltimore County, Owings Mills — Lieutenant Milton Ernest Ricketts MemorialWorld War II Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient
On Garrison Forest Road.
In Memory of Lieutenant Milton Ernest Ricketts, United States Navy, August 7, 1913-May 8, 1942. Lieutenant Ricketts of Baltimore County was killed in action during World War II, aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Yorktown (CV 5), in the battle of the . . . Map (db m72402) WM
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254 Maryland, Baltimore County, Reisterstown — “Buffalo Soldiers”
On Cockey’s Mill Road at Reisterstown Road (Maryland Route 140), on the left when traveling east on Cockey’s Mill Road.
First Sgt. Augustus Walley, a Reisterstown native, awarded The Congressional Medal of Honor for bravery at Cuchillo Negro Mountain, New Mexico. Dedicated on the 100th anniversary of The Spanish-American War July 13, 1998.Map (db m7196) HM
255 Maryland, Carroll County, Taneytown — 1st Lieutenant John E. Buffington
On Roberts Mill Road east of Pump House Road, on the left when traveling east.
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256 Maryland, Frederick County, Burkittsville — Medal of Honor Recipients
On Gapland Raod at Arnoldstown Road, on the left when traveling west on Gapland Raod.
In July 1862 Congress authorized the president to present medals to soldiers of the United States Army for gallant and meritorious service. On September 14, 1862, two soldiers so distinguished themselves during the fighting at Crampton’s Gap that . . . Map (db m2152) HM
257 Maryland, Frederick County, Frederick — Desperate Escape
Near Urbana Pike (Maryland Route 355) at Araby Church Road, on the right when traveling west.
After Union General Wallace ordered the covered bridge burned, the railroad bridge became the only route of escape for Lieutenant Davis and his men, who were seperated from the rest of the Union forces by the river. His troops fought bravely all . . . Map (db m194549) HM
258 Maryland, Frederick County, Frederick — Retreat
Near Urbana Pike (Maryland Route 355) at Araby Church Road, on the right when traveling west.
At about 5:00 p.m. on July 9, 1864, the Confederates stormed the Union line on the Georgetown Pike. Union General Wallace ordered the withdrawal and chaos soon followed. With Confederates in hot pursuit, Union troops fled past Gambrill Mill, then . . . Map (db m82118) HM
259 Maryland, Harford County, Aldino — Alfred B. HiltonMedal of Honor Recipient
On Gravel Hill Road.
After the Emancipation Proclamation was issued in 1863, the U.S. Army recruited both free blacks and slaves. In August 1863, freedman Alfred B. Hilton and his brothers Aaron and Henry enlisted in the 4th U.S. Colored Troops (USCT) in Havre de . . . Map (db m191938) HM
260 Maryland, Harford County, Aldino — Alfred B. Hilton Memorial Park
On Gravel Hill Road.
Alfred Hilton lived at his father's farm on Gravel Hill Road until August 1863, when he enlisted in Company H., 4th United States Colored Troops. He fought with distinction in several engagements in Virginia. As the national Color Sergeant, he was . . . Map (db m101718) HM WM
261 Maryland, Harford County, Havre de Grace — Sergeant Alfred B. Hilton Memorial
On Union Avenue.
The Medal of Honor (MOH), commonly referred to as the Congressional Medal of Honor, was established during the Civil War to commend officers, and enlisted personnel for a particular deed of most distinguished gallantry in action. On April . . . Map (db m219756) HM WM
262 Maryland, Harford County, Havre de Grace — Sergeant Alfred B. Hilton Memorial
On Union Avenue.
Alfred B. Hilton was born between 1837 and 1842, in the area then known as Hopewell Crossroads (now Level, Maryland). He was the son of Isaac and Harriet Hilton, free citizens who were formerly enslaved in Harford County. Alfred grew up in a large . . . Map (db m219760) HM
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263 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Decatur DorseyCivil War Hero
On Main Street at Rogers Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Main Street.
Howard County native Decatur Dorsey was one of only sixteen African American soldiers to received the Medal of Honor for courage under fire during the Civil War. Sgt. Dorsey, of Company B, 39th United States Colored Troops, earned his medal at the . . . Map (db m5756) HM
264 Maryland, Howard County, Ellicott City — Patapsco Female Institute"The Female Institute—oh my!!"
On Church Road, 0.1 miles north of Sylvan Lane, on the left when traveling north.
The Patapsco Female Institute—served the young ladies of the North and South from 1837 to 1890. Almira Hart Lincoln Phelps, a renowned author and educator was Principal between 1841 and 1856. Concerned with the increasing division of the country . . . Map (db m204716) HM
265 Maryland, Montgomery County, Bethesda — "All are Welcome to the Healing Plaza"Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Near Palmer Road North, 0.2 miles east of Wood Road (Maryland Route 355), on the right when traveling east.
This plaza is a tribute to the history and legacy of two great military medical institutions and their contributions to military medicine. Through this garden’s peaceful landscape, sculpture, and memorials, visitors are reminded of our commitment to . . . Map (db m70946) HM
266 Maryland, Prince George's County, Hyattsville — Christian A Fleetwood
Near Sheriff Road.
Medal of Honor Sergeant Major 4th US Colored Troops Civil War 1840 † 1914Map (db m74553) WM
267 Maryland, Prince George's County, Hyattsville — The Gettysburg Address / The Emancipation Proclamation
On Toledo Road just west of America Boulevard, on the left when traveling west.
The Gettysburg Address Over the course of three days in July 1863, one-quarter of the entire Union force and more than one-third of the Confederate army were killed, wounded, or declared missing — approximately 50,000 men in all. Four . . . Map (db m202630) HM
268 Maryland, Prince George's County, Hyattsville — Thomas R Hawkins
On Sheriff Road.
In Memory of Thomas R Hawkins Medal of Honor Sergeant Major 6th US Colored Infantry Civil War 1840 † 1870Map (db m74789) HM
269 Maryland, St. Mary's County, Lexington Park — Medals of HonorSt. Mary's County U.S. Colored Troops
On Three Notch Road (Maryland Route 235) 0.1 miles north of Buse Road, on the left when traveling south.
During the Civil War, more than 700 African American men from St. Mary's County served as soldiers and sailors in the U.S. Army and Navy. Some enlisted to obtain their freedom; some were already free and joined from a sense of duty. Black men . . . Map (db m181789) HM
270 Maryland, St. Mary's County, Lexington Park — Private William H. BarnesMedal of Honor
On Rennell Avenue West, 0.2 miles east of Willows Road, on the left when traveling east.
Rank and organization: Private, Company C, 38th U.S. Colored Troops. Place and date: At New Market Heights, VA., 29 September 1864. Birth: St. Mary's County, MD. Date of issue: 6 April 1865 . . . Map (db m181683) HM WM
271 Maryland, St. Mary's County, Lexington Park — Sergeant James H. HarrisMedal of Honor
On Rennell Avenue West, 0.2 miles east of Willows Road, on the left when traveling east.
Rank and organization: Sergeant, Company B, 38th U.S. Colored Troops. Place and date: At New Market Heights, VA., 29 September 1864. Birth: St. Mary's County, MD. Date of issue: 18 February 1874. . . . Map (db m181685) HM WM
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272 Maryland, St. Mary's County, Lexington Park — United States Colored TroopsCivil War Memorial Monument
On Rennell Avenue, West east of Willows Road.
African Americans have served in every war since the American Revolution. During the Civil War, more that 180,000 African Americans comprising 170 units served in the Union Army and 29,511 served in the Union Navy. Nearly 700 United States Colored . . . Map (db m56476) HM
273 Maryland, Washington County, Hagerstown — 1870-1890The Gilded Age
On West Memorial Boulevard, 0.1 miles west of South Potomac Street (Maryland Route 65), on the right when traveling east.
1871 The second county courthouse burns on December 6th. In 1872, construction begins on a third courthouse to replace it. 1880 M. P. Moller moves his organ factory from Greencastle, Pennsylvania to Hagerstown. The company . . . Map (db m145996) HM
274 Maryland, Washington County, Hagerstown — African Americans and the Medal of Honor
On Pennsylvania Avenue at Jonathan Street, on the right when traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue.
The first act of valor by an African-American serviceman to earn the Medal of Honor occurred on July 18, 1863, during the Civil War. Sergeant William H. Carney of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment took his place in history in the Battle of . . . Map (db m159780) HM
275 Maryland, Washington County, Hagerstown — Corporal William Othello Wilson
On Jonathan Street at Pennsylvania Avenue on Jonathan Street.
United States Army Medal of Honor Recipient and Buffalo Soldier William Othello Wilson, a native of Hagerstown, Maryland, enlisted in the U.S. Army on August 21, 1889, at age 22 in St. Paul, Minnesota. He was subsequently assigned to the . . . Map (db m5755) HM
276 Maryland, Washington County, Hagerstown — William Othello Wilson1867 - 1928 — Military Figure —
Near West Memorial Boulevard.
Born and raised in Hagerstown, Wilson enlisted in the 9th U.S. Cavalry (“Buffalo Soldiers”) in 1889. on December 30,1890 (the day after the battle of Wounded Knee), Corporal Wilson was in a party escorting a supply train when they . . . Map (db m107094) HM
277 Maryland, Washington County, Sharpsburg — Johnny Cook
On Cornfield Avenue at Dunker Church Road / Old Hagerstown Pike, on the right when traveling west on Cornfield Avenue. Reported missing.
At the Battle of Antietam, 15-year-old Johnny Cook was the bugler for Battery B, Fourth United States Artillery. During the Union First Corps attack down the Hagerstown Pike, forty of the battery's one hundred men were killed or wounded. Johnny . . . Map (db m5815) HM
278 Massachusetts, Barnstable County, Bourne — H.C. Richard David De WertMassachusetts National Cemetery
Near Connery Avenue at Bennington Blvd.
Medal of Honor H.C. Richard David De Wert Killed in Action 5 April ‘51 Map (db m183662) WM
279 Massachusetts, Berkshire County, Lee — James Burt Veterans Memorial Park
On Main Street (U.S. 20) at Academy Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
James Burt Veterans Memorial Park In Memory of Those from Lee Who Died During War For Their Country World War I 1917 – 1918 James R. Bossidy • John T. Carty • Thomas M. Crerar • Russell R. Griffin • Thomas J. Fanning • Harry F. . . . Map (db m85004) HM
280 Massachusetts, Bristol County, Dartmouth — Col. Lewis L. Millett Memorial
On Slocum Road.
Col. Lewis L. Millett, U.S. Army Medal of Honor, D.H.S. (Dartmouth High School) Class 1940, American Legion Post 307, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9059.Map (db m95016) WM
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281 Massachusetts, Bristol County, Dartmouth — Pvt. David Lewis Gifford Memorial
On Slocum Road.
This memorial statue is dedicated to Medal of Honor recipient Private David Lewis Gifford Company B, 4th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Cavalry and all Dartmouth residents who served in the Civil War. 1861-1865.Map (db m95017) HM
282 Massachusetts, Essex County, Salem — John P. Riley, U.S.N.1876 1950 — Congressional Medal of Honor —
On Margin Street, on the right when traveling north.
"--In conflict with the enemy distinguished himself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty" At Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898.Map (db m220732) WM
283 Massachusetts, Middlesex County, Lowell — Adelbert Ames
On Hildreth Street.
Born October 30, 1835 Rockland Maine. Died April 13, 1933 Ormond Florida. Major General, U.S. Senator, Governor. Married June 20, 1870 Blanche Butler, daughter of Benjamin Franklin Butler and Sarah Hildreth. Born Lowell Mass. March 1, 1847, . . . Map (db m129906) HM WM
284 Massachusetts, Norfolk County, Dedham — Vietnam War MemorialJohn A. Barnes III — Vietnam War Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient —
On 86 Brookdale Ave (Cemetery address).
Dedicated to the men and women of Dedham who served their country with honor and Valor and the lasting memory of those who gave their lives during the Vietnam War. PFC John A. Barnes III, U.S. Army 12 Nov. 1967, Awarded Congressional Medal of Honor . . . Map (db m62533) WM
285 Massachusetts, Suffolk County, Boston, Charlestown — A New View of an Old ShipUSS Cassin Young (DD-793) — Charlestown Naval Yard, Boston National Historical Park —
Near 3rd Street south of 1st Avenue.
Since 1981, millions of visitors have walked the decks of USS CASSIN YOUNG, experiencing her history and heroics. Now they have the opportunity to see a new side of this “greyhound of the sea” - what lies below the waterline. Boasting 5-inch . . . Map (db m71480) HM
286 Massachusetts, Worcester County, Sturbridge — War Memorial
On Main Street (Massachusetts Route 131) at Haynes Street, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
To keep forever living the freedom for which they died we dedicate this symbol of our dead in World War II Medal of Honor Plt. Sgt. Joseph R. Julian Killed in Action Cpl. Rosaire M. Julian M.O.M.M.1/c Lincoln G. Plimpton . . . Map (db m118884) WM
287 Massachusetts, Worcester County, Uxbridge — Edward Sullivan Square
On N Main Street at Hartford Avenue E, on the right when traveling north on N Main Street.
Private Sullivan U.S. Marine Corps, U.S.S. Marblehead For heroism and gallantry under enemy fire Received Congressional Medal of Honor Cutting cables Cienfuegos Cuba May 11, 1898Map (db m191716) WM
288 Massachusetts, Worcester County, Worcester — The 65th Infantry Regiment / El Regimiento Del 65 De Infantería
On Front Street at Foster Street, on the right when traveling west on Front Street.
Honor and Fidelity The 65th Infantry Regiment, one of the largest and best-trained in the U.S. Eighth Army, arrived in Korea on 23 September 1950. Its first mission took place on September 28, when it assaulted a strongly-defended . . . Map (db m151868) HM
289 Massachusetts, Worcester County, Worcester — World War II
On Front Street at Commercial Street, on the left when traveling west on Front Street.
The Second World War began when the German army, led by Nazi Führer Adolf Hitler, invaded Poland on September 1st, 1939. Germany already controlled Austria and parts of Czechoslovakia through a process called "Appeasement." In Asia, the conflict . . . Map (db m151809) HM
290 Massachusetts, Worcester County, Worcester, Central Business District — First Lieutenant John V. Power
On Franklin Street just east of Main Street, on the left when traveling east.
The President of the United states takes pride in presenting the Medal of Honor posthumously to Lieutenant John V. Power United States Marine Corps Reserve for service as set forth in the following . . . Map (db m151822) WM
291 Michigan, Clinton County, Saint Johns, Bingham Township — Clinton County Medal of Honor Memorial
On Private Way, on the left when traveling north.
. . . Map (db m217967) WM
292 Michigan, Eaton County, Charlotte — Charlotte Medal of Honor Memorial
On West Lawrence Avenue (Michigan Route 79) at Cochran Avenue (Michigan Route 50), on the right when traveling west on West Lawrence Avenue.
The citizens of Charlotte proudly dedicate this monument to the memory of our two heroes who were awarded the Medal of Honor The Medal of Honor is America's highest military decoration for valor in combat. It is awarded to individuals whose . . . Map (db m216503) HM WM
293 Michigan, Hillsdale County, Allen — Allens' Own Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients
On West Chicago Road (U.S. 12) 0.1 miles west of Park Drive, on the left when traveling west.
Civil War Captain William G. Whitney 1840 - 1915 Born: Allen, Michigan Company B Eleventh Michigan Infantry Medal of Honor Award: September 20, 1863 Chickamauga, Georgia Vietnam War Staff Sergeant James Leroy Bondsteel . . . Map (db m66785) HM WM
294 Michigan, Huron County, Harbor Beach — Major Louis J. SebilleNovember 21, 1915 - August 5, 1950
On Water Street near Broad Street, on the right when traveling north.
Major Louis J. Sebille was born in Harbor Beach, Michigan, on November 21, 1915. He was the son of Louis Joseph August Sebille, M.D., and Edna I. (DeLish) Sebille. In 1934 he enrolled at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, where he was a . . . Map (db m213489) HM
295 Michigan, Ionia County, Ionia — Alonzo Woodruff - Medal Of Honor Recipient
On East Main Street, on the left when traveling east.
Alonzo Woodruff Oct. 27, 1864 Hatchers Run, Va. Map (db m216314) WM
296 Michigan, Kalamazoo County, Galesburg — William Rufus Shafter Memorial
On E. Battle Creek Street (State Highway 96) at E. Michigan Avenue, on the right when traveling east on E. Battle Creek Street.
(Left Side Tablet) William Rufus Shafter A Michigan soldier whose valorous conduct in the Rebellion, in the Indian Wars and in the Spanish-American War, added glory to the military annals of the United States. Born in this . . . Map (db m68812) HM WM
297 Michigan, Lapeer County, Attica — P.F.C. Dewayne T. WilliamsUnited States Marine Corps — 9/18/49 - 9/18/68 —
On 5 Lakes Road, on the right when traveling north.
P. F. C. Williams was awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously for gallantry while serving with the 1st Regt., 1st Mar. Div. in the Republic of Vietnam. Williams was participating on a patrol when it was ambushed by the enemy. Although severely . . . Map (db m211138) HM WM
298 Michigan, Monroe County, Monroe — Monroe County Civil War Memorial
On East Front Street, on the left when traveling east.
In memory of Monroe County's Civil War Fallen 1861-1865 Monroe County Civil War Medal of Honor Recipients Frederic Ballen • James Christiancy • Thomas Custer • Daniel McFall • Henry Peters • Julius Rhodes • Charles Sancrainte • . . . Map (db m201530) WM
299 Michigan, St. Clair County, Saint Clair — PFC Dewayne T. WilliamsMedal of Honor
On South Riverside Avenue (State Highway 29) near Cass Street, on the right when traveling south.
. . . Map (db m218038) WM
300 Michigan, Van Buren County, South Haven — Corporal Duane E. Dewey
On Phoenix Street west of Broadway Street, on the right when traveling west.
During the Korean War, Corporal Duane Edgar Dewey of the 2nd Battalion 5th Marines from South Haven, was the first person to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor from then President Eisenhower. He earned the nation’s highest award for heroism on . . . Map (db m61712) HM WM

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