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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.
 
Rodney J. Evans Marker located at Covington County Veterans Memorial. image, Touch for more information
By Mark Hilton, April 24, 2016
Rodney J. Evans Marker located at Covington County Veterans Memorial.
1 Alabama, Covington County, Andalusia — Rodney J. Evans
Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company D, 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division, Tay Ninh Province, Republic of Vietnam, 18 July 1969. For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and . . . Map (db m99522) HM WM
2 Alabama, Dallas County, Selma — Take Her DownGilmore, Howard Walter - Commander, U.S.N. — Born 29 September 1902, Selma, Ala. —
Medal of Honor Citation For distinguished gallantry and valor above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of U. S. submarine GROWLER (SS-215) during her fourth war patrol in the Southwest Pacific from 10 January to 7 . . . Map (db m82036) HM
3 Alabama, Escambia County, Flomaton — Alabama's Own
Front CPL. Sidney E. Manning World War I Medal of Honor One of Gen. Pershing's Immortal Ten This monument dedicated to all that have served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America that this glory shall not perish from the Earth . . . Map (db m47485) HM
4 Alabama, Escambia County, Flomaton — Flomaton, Alabama
Front As railroads were reconstructed following the Civil War, a junction of north-south and east-west lines was established along the Alabama-Florida border near the confluence of Big Escambia Creek and the Conecuh-Escambia River. A . . . Map (db m47484) HM
5 Alabama, Greene County, Eutaw — Matthew LeonardSergeant First Class, US Army — Co B 1st Bn 16th Inf 1st Inf Div. —
Nov. 26, 1929 - Feb. 28, 1967, Born in Eutaw, Alabama. Awarded the Medal of Honor for gallantry at Suoi Da, South Vietnam. While under attack, SFC Leonard charged an enemy machine gun and even though wounded continued to command his men until his . . . Map (db m203628) HM WM
6 Alabama, Jefferson County, Birmingham — Osmond Kelly Ingram1887 - 1917
(Front):Osmond Kelly Ingram 1887-1917 First American sailor killed in action in World War 1, aboard U.S.S. "Cassin" October 1, 1917. Medal of Honor War Cross - Italy (Back):U.S. Destroyer DD-225 U.S.S. Osmond Ingram . . . Map (db m63762) HM
7 Alabama, Jefferson County, Leeds — Congressional Medal Of Honor RecipientsSSG Henry E. Erwin - 1 LT William R. Lawley, Jr. - PFC Alford L. McLaughlin
Staff Sergeant Henry E. Erwin Citation: Staff Sergeant Henry Erwin, U.S. Army Air Corps, 52d Bombardment Squadron, 29th Bombardment Group, 314th Bombardment Wing, 20th Air Force. He was the radio operator of a B-29 airplane leading a group . . . Map (db m83916) WM
8 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Don Leslie Michael
Michael, Don Leslie Rank and Organization: Specialist Fourth class, U.S. Army, Company C, 4th Battalion, 503D Infantry, 173D Airborne Brigade. Place and Date: Republic of Vietnam, 8 April, 1967. Entered service at: . . . Map (db m69640) HM
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9 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Don Leslie MichaelCity of Florence Walk of Honor
One of only 141 American service men to receive the Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War, U.S. Army SP4 Don Leslie Michael Received this award posthumously, and his name appears in the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes.Map (db m219185) HM
10 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — "Take Her Down!"Howard Walter Gilmore, Commander, U.S.N. — Born 29 September 1902, Selma, Ala. —
Medal of Honor Citation For distinguished gallantry and valor above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of U. S. submarine GROWLER (SS-215) during her fourth war patrol in the Southwest Pacific from 10 January to 7 . . . Map (db m74811) WM
11 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base — William R. Lawley, Jr.Colonel USAF (Ret) — 1920 - 1999 —
Recipient of the Medal of Honor for Conspicuous Gallantry and Intrepidity in Action 20 February 1944 Mission on 20 February 1944 Target: Leipzig, Germany 1st. Lt. William R. Lawley, Jr. & Crew 305th Bomb Group 8th Air . . . Map (db m64450) HM
12 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Airman First Class John L. Levitow Monument
This monument is dedicated in honor of Airman First Class John L. Levitow of Hartford, Connecticut, the first Air Force enlisted man to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor. On the night of 24 February 1969, Airman First Class Levitow was a . . . Map (db m95394) HM
13 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Combat SkyspotPhou Pha Thi, Laos — Lima Site 85 —
Dedicated to the brave men who served at Lima Site 85 Lt Col Clarence F Blanton ♦ MSgt James H Calfee + SSgt John Daniel SSgt James W Davis + CMSgt Richard L Etchberger ♦ SSgt Henry G Gish + TSgt . . . Map (db m117079) HM WM
14 Alabama, Montgomery County, Montgomery — Major Charles W. Davis, Infantry United States Army / "Above and Beyond"
Major Charles W. DavisA native of Montgomery, graduate of Lanier, alumnus of the Universities of Alabama and Maryland. Major Davis was awarded the Medal of Honor as Executive Officer, 2d Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. . . . Map (db m86129) HM
15 Alabama, Montgomery County, Montgomery, Boylston — 37th Division The Buckeye DivisionWorld War I / World War II & Korea
World War I Camp Sheridan was the site of the August 1917 organization of the Buckeye Division, made up of Ohio National Guardsmen who previously had been serving on the Mexican Border. After training, the 37th went to France in June 1918, . . . Map (db m38895) WM
16 Alabama, Russell County, Fort Benning — Fryar Field
Named in honor of Pvt Elmer E. Fryar Congressional Medal of Honor 511th Parachute Infantry Regiment United States ArmyMap (db m60416) WM
17 Alaska, Juneau Borough, Juneau, Downtown Juneau — Archie Van WinkleMedal of Honor — Colonel U.S. Marine Corps —
Born: 17 March 1925 Juneau, Alaska. Died: 22 May 1986 Ketchikan, Alaska Sudong, Korea 2 November 1950-For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a platoon sergeant in Company B-1-7, 1st . . . Map (db m61871) WM
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18 Arizona, Apache County, Window Rock — About the Navajo Code Talkers
About the Navajo Code Talkers During World War II the Japanese possessed the ability to break almost any American military code. Over 400 Navajos, with 29 being the original Navajo Code Talkers, stepped forward and developed the most . . . Map (db m51537) HM
19 Arizona, Cochise County, Bowie — Post Cemetery
The Post Cemetery predated the establishment of Fort Bowie, when soldiers of the California Column were interred here in 1862. The area was unfenced until 1878, when a four-foot adobe wall was erected to protect the graves from desecration by post . . . Map (db m68858) HM
20 Arizona, Maricopa County, Apache Junction — Alchesay
Alchesay led his people in war and peace Alchesay Canyon, to your right, was named for a great leader. Chief Alchesay, born around 1853, was a leader among the White Mountain Apache. Other Apaches looked up to him not only because he . . . Map (db m34073) HM
21 Arizona, Maricopa County, Phoenix, Central City — Arizona's War Heroes
John Henry Pruitt, Congressional Medal of Honor Silvestre S. Herrera, Congressional Medal of Honor Ira Hayes, Hero of Iwo Jima; Navajo Code TalkersMap (db m92589) WM
22 Arizona, Maricopa County, Phoenix, Central City — Lt. Frank Luke, Jr.1898 – 1918
[Front of Monument]: The State of Arizona Erects this monument as its tribute to his valor, extraordinary bravery and distinguished service in the World War and gratitude to all her sons who served. 1930 Memorial committee . . . Map (db m27631) WM
23 Arizona, Mohave County, Bullhead City — Arizona Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States Armed Forces to those who distinguish themselves "…conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their lives above and beyond the call of duty while . . . Map (db m29435) HM
24 Arizona, Yavapai County, Camp Verde — The Congressional Medal of Honor - Apache Campaign 1872 - 1873
The following named individuals were assigned, either permanently or temporarily, to Camp Verde, Arizona Territory. While stationed here their personal action in combat was above and beyond the call of duty, earning them the nation's highest . . . Map (db m28593) HM
25 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the highest Military decoration awarded by the United States. It is bestowed on a member of the American Armed Forces, who distinguishes himself or herself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life . . . Map (db m90869) HM WM
26 Arkansas, Boone County, Harrison — Jack WilliamsPharmacist's Mate 3rd Class, USNR — October 18, 1924 - March 3, 1945 —
In memory and honor of Jack Williams Pharmacist's Mate 3rd Class, USNR (October 18, 1924 - March 3, 1945) Recipient of Congressional Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the . . . Map (db m229642) HM WM
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27 Arkansas, Marion County, Yellville — In Memory of Corporal Charles L. GillilandMedal of Honor Recipient, Congressional Medal of Honor
A native of Baxter County, Arkansas, this young 17 year old was killed during the Korean War in April 1951, while serving as a member of the U.S. Army, Company I, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division.Map (db m160310) HM WM
28 Arkansas, Mississippi County, Blytheville — Medal of Honor
The White House Washington The president of the United States takes pride in awarding the Medal of Honor posthumously to First Lieutenant Edgar H. Lloyd Infantry U. S. Army Citation For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at . . . Map (db m215338) WM
29 Arkansas, Poinsett County, Lepanto — SSG James R. HendrixMedal of Honor
. . . Map (db m221252) WM
30 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — Arkansas Medal of Honor Monument
(Marker consists of over 20 panels as displayed below)Map (db m62978) WM
31 Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — Medal of Honor
Five alumni of the University of Arkansas have been awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest distinction for supreme gallantry in military action. World War II: Lt. Maurice Britt ’41, U.S. Army, Italy, Nov. 10, 1943; Lt.(JG) . . . Map (db m224265) HM
32 California, Alameda County, Alameda — 1029 — The Jimmy Doolittle Pier – Alameda Naval Air StationPier No. 3 — USS Hornet —
On April 1, 1942, sixteen B-25 bombers were hoisted to the flight deck of the carrier Hornet and parked there, while moored at Pier No. 3 at U.S. Naval Station in Alameda. The B-25 detachment consisted of seventy officers and one hundred thirty . . . Map (db m29431) HM
33 California, Alameda County, Fremont — Robert McDonald
Marker One: Medal of Honor Capt 5 US Infantry Indian Wars May 12 1822 – May 20 1901 Marker Two: Robert McDonald Captain U.S.A. May 12, 1822, May 20, 1901 Ego sum resurrection et vita; qui credit in me, etiamsi mortuus . . . Map (db m208309) HM
34 California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — The Medal of HonorU.S. Air Force Medal of Honor Recipients
Main Plaque: The medal of honor is the highest U.S. military decoration awarded to individuals who, while serving in the U.S. armed services, have distinguished themselves by conspicuous gallantry and courage at the risk of life, above . . . Map (db m115091) WM
35 California, Los Angeles County, Compton — PFC James AndersonVietnam War Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient
PFC James Anderson Jr. was born in Los Angeles California on Jan. 22, 1947. While living in the Carson area, he attended Los Angeles Harbor College for a year and a half before joining the United States Marine Corps in February of 1966. PFC . . . Map (db m62660) WM
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36 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Downtown Los Angeles — Latino Blood, American Hearts
This site is dedicated to the Latino-American Heroes who received the Congressional Medal of Honor, our nation's highest award for bravery. For love of country, they performed above and beyond the call of duty. Heroes y . . . Map (db m74096) WM
37 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Pacoima — PFC David M. Gonzales
Pacoima Recreation Center, dedicated in honor of Private First Class David M. Gonzales of Pacoima, who made the supreme sacrifice in World War II, and was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor.Map (db m176142) WM
38 California, Merced County, Atwater — A Comrade’s Tribute to Brig. Gen. Frederick W. Castle A.A.F.1908-1944
The heart is torn of late by the almost daily reports of heroes killed in action: Bottcher, Preddy, and now Castle. They all seem to have been made from a knightly stamp. Gallant and chivalrous men whom the Gods themselves will welcome. Brig. Gen. . . . Map (db m108918) WM
39 California, Napa County, Yountville — Veterans Home of California
On Oct. 25, 1882, the Veterans Home of California Association purchased 910 Acres in Yountville for $17,750. On this site the first building was erected. Opened April 1, 1884 for Civil and Mexican War veterans. By July 1, 1889, the Home . . . Map (db m144263) HM
40 California, Orange County, Garden Grove — Tibor Rubin
Tibor Rubin is a Hungarian-born Holocaust survivor who received the Congressional Medal of Honor in 2005, 55 years after his service as a U.S. Army rifleman during the Korean War. Of the 6.8 million Americans who served during that war, only . . . Map (db m195319) WM
41 California, Orange County, Westminster — Kenneth L. WorleyHonor - Courage - Commitment — Lance Corporal United States Marine Corps Medal of Honor Citation —
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Machine Gunner with Company L, Third Battalion, Seventh Marines, First Marine Division in action against enemy forces in the . . . Map (db m196435) WM
42 California, Riverside County, Coachella — Veterans Remembrance MemorialCoachella Valley Cemetery
Wall of Honor These Stars are Dedicated to the Veterans of Riverside County who were awarded the Medal of Honor by the President of the United States. These Recipients performed with Valor and Heroism “Above and Beyond” the . . . Map (db m114707) WM
43 California, Riverside County, Indian Wells — Eisenhower Walk of HonorMedal of Honor Memorial
The Eisenhower Walk of Honor allows all of us to recall the debt of gratitude owed to ordinary people for extraordinary acts of patriotism and courage. Men and women doing their duty for their country, honorably and with integrity. This tribute . . . Map (db m114773) HM WM
44 California, Riverside County, Indio — USS Liberty Tree - USN Captain William L. McGonagle
USS Liberty Tree May 1, 2004 this grand ole Cork Oak tree dedicated to honor all members of the Armed Forces. As a 50th commemoration of the Korean War 1950-1953, we honor the 5,720,000 Americans who served, the 33,651 killed in action, the . . . Map (db m142705) WM
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45 California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — John Henry BalchMedal of Honor
Pharmacist's Mate First Class, 3 Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, United States Marine Corps United States Navy Citation: Vierzy, France, and Somme-Py, France July 19, and October 5, 1918 For gallantry . . . Map (db m233252) HM WM
46 California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — Lewis L. Millett Sr.Medal of Honor
Captain, Company E 27th Infantry Regiment United States Army G.O. 69 August 2, 1951 Citation: Vicinity of Soam-Ni Korea 7 February 1951 Capt. Millett, Company E, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity . . . Map (db m233250) HM WM
47 California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — Mitchell PaigeMedal of Honor
Platoon Sergeant, 2nd Battalion 7th Marines United States Marine Corps Citation: Solomon Island 26 October 1942 For extraordinary heroism and conspicuously gallantry in action above and beyond the call of duty while serving . . . Map (db m233246) HM WM
48 California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — United States of America Medal of Honor Memorial
...For Conspicuous Gallantry and Intrepidity at the Risk of Life Above and Beyond the Call of Duty...Map (db m72639) WM
49 California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — Walter D. EhlersMedal of Honor
Staff Sergeant, 19th Infantry, 1st Infantry Division United States Army G.O. 91, 19th December 1944 Citation: Near Goville, France June 9-10, 1944 For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond . . . Map (db m233247) HM WM
50 California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — Ysmael R. VillegasMedal of Honor
Staff Sergeant, Company F, 127th Infantry, 32d Infantry Division United States Army G.O. No.: 89, October 19, 1945 Citation: Villa Verde Trail, Luzon, Philippine Islands, March 20, 1945 S/Sgt. Villegas was a squad leader when . . . Map (db m233248) HM
51 California, Riverside County, Palm Springs — "Above and Beyond"Medal of Honor Recipients
These stars are dedicated to five citizens of this community who were presented with the Medal of Honor by the President of the United States. Together, their fields of battle included World War II, Korea, Vietnam and service on the high . . . Map (db m206206) WM
52 California, San Bernardino County, Chino — Daring Aggressiveness
John Walmsley, Jr. Captain – U.S. Air Force Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland Recognition: Medal of Honor – Posthumous Early in the Korean War, John Walmsley volunteered to fly nighttime bombing missions against the communist truck and . . . Map (db m242413) HM WM
53 California, San Bernardino County, Chino — Unflinching Courage
Joseph Rodriguez Private First Class – U.S. Army Hometown: San Bernardino, California Recognition: Medal of Honor Joseph Rodriguez was a twenty-two year old private first class (PFC) assigned to Company F, 2nd Battalion, 17th . . . Map (db m242417) HM WM
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54 California, San Diego County, Coronado — James B. Stockdale
Vice Admiral Stockdale was awarded the Nation’s highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, in recognition of his extraordinary heroism, conspicuous gallantry, and unparalleled leadership as senior Naval Officer held as a prisoner of war in . . . Map (db m117459) HM WM
55 California, San Diego County, San Diego — Gunnery Sergeant John BasiloneNovember 4, 1916 - February 19, 1945 — Piazza Basilone —
Sergeant John Basilone was one of the first enlisted Marines to be awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor of World War II. He was also posthumously awarded the Navy Cross. He was born to Italian immigrants, Salvatore and Dora Basilone, in . . . Map (db m83897) HM WM
56 California, San Diego County, San Diego — Ingram PlazaPreble Field, Naval Training Center San Diego — — Liberty Station — —
Panel 1 This plaza is dedicated to the memory of Osmond K. Ingram Gunner's Mate First Class United States Navy who sacrificed his life in an effort to save his ship and shipmates during an engagement between the U.S.S. Cassin and . . . Map (db m51535) HM
57 California, San Diego County, San Diego, Point Loma — Ingram PlazaPreble Field, Naval Training Center San Diego — — — Liberty Station — — —
This plaza is dedicated to the memory of Osmond K. Ingram Gunner's Mate First Class United States Navy who sacrificed his life in an effort to save his ship and shipmates during an engagement between the U.S.S. Cassin and a German . . . Map (db m217548) HM WM
58 California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Lincoln Park — FDR's Saluteto the Officers and Men ... USS "San Francisco"' — USS San Francisco Memorial —
In Salute to the Officers and Men, living and dead, of the U.S.S. “San Francisco” a warship named for our city, which though sorely wounded, emerged triumphantly from the Battle of Guadalcanal, November 12-13 1942 after . . . Map (db m71479) HM
59 California, Santa Barbara County, Vandenberg Space Force Base — USAF Medal of Honor Recipients
In memory of USAF Medal of Honor Recipients World War I 2d Lt. Erwin R. Bleckley - Oct. 6, 1918, Binarville, France • 2d Lt. Harold E. Goettler - Oct. 6, 1918, Binarville, France • 2d Lt. Frank Luke, Jr. - Sept. 29, 1918, Murvaux, . . . Map (db m50514) HM
60 California, Sonoma County, Petaluma — Sergeant Richard A. PenryUnited States Army
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 Sergeant Richard A. Penry United States Army for conspicuous gallantry and . . . Map (db m85588) HM
61 California, Trinity County, Trinity Center — “Jim Swett Field”
Name amended 1997 by resolution to honor Trinity County Resident Colonel James E. Swett – USMC Ret. A World War II Marine Aviator who on April 7th 1943 was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, our Nations highest award, for . . . Map (db m56237) HM
62 California, Ventura County, Ventura — Veterans MemorialCemetery Memorial Park
2012 - The City of Ventura constructed a Veterans Memorial to commemorate the veterans buried in Cemetery Memorial Park. The memorial consists of five monolithic stones surrounding the flagpole. The names of the five wars in which . . . Map (db m236133) HM
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63 Colorado, Denver County, Denver, Central — Joe P. Martinez
Dedicated to honor Private Joe P. Martinez, Colorado’s first Congressional Medal of Honor recipient of World War II.Map (db m46100) HM
64 Colorado, Jefferson County, Golden, Lakota Hills — Buffalo Bill
(Upper Plaque) In Memoriam Colonel William Frederick Cody "Buffalo Bill" Noted scout and Indian fighter Born February 26, 1846 Scott County, Iowa Died January 10, 1917 Denver, Colorado (Lower Plaque) William F. Cody . . . Map (db m152718) HM
65 Colorado, Jefferson County, Golden, Lakota Hills — Who Was Buffalo Bill?
William F. "Buffalo Bill” Cody grew up in the West. He rode in the Pony Express, fought in the Civil War, hunted buffalo to feed railroad workers, and scouted for the Army. His show, Buffalo Bill's Wild West, was based on these and other . . . Map (db m152726) HM
66 Colorado, Weld County, Ault — Pvt Joe P. MartinezWorld War II Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient — July 27, 1920 - May 26, 1943 —
Private Martinez was mortally wounded on Attu Island after leading a successful charge to capture a mountain pass. He single handedly destroyed more than thirty enemy defenders. For this heroic efforts and supreme sacrifice he was awarded the . . . Map (db m62783) WM
67 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Danbury — 14 — War MemorialDanbury, Connecticut — The Museum in the Streets® —
Danbury citizens have actively participated in every war that has landed on our own shore as well as those of countries abroad. In each case, community debate has fueled our involvement each time. Danbury citizens have honored and . . . Map (db m230138) HM WM
68 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Darien — Oscar E. Peck
Civil War In Memory Of Oscar E. Peck Dedicated – 2012 Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient Powder Boy – U.S. Navy – U.S.S. Varuna “For conspicuous gallantry and intredidity at risk of life above and beyond . . . Map (db m80265) WM
69 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Stamford, Westover — Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients
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70 Connecticut, Hartford County, New Britain — Lorenzo Deming
Lorenzo Deming, born Sept 6, 1843. Joined U.S. Navy, captured at Plymouth N.C. at the destruction of the Rebel Iron Clad Albermarle, Nov 27, 1864 and died in Rebel Prison at Salisbury N.C. Feb 5, 1865.Map (db m61943) WM
71 Connecticut, Hartford County, New Britain — Second Lt. Sherrod Emerson Skinner, Jr.
In Memory Of Second Lt. Sherrod Emerson Skinner, Jr. United States Marine Corps Reserve October 29, 1929   October 26, 1952 Killed in action in Korea and awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor by the President of the United States for . . . Map (db m41306) HM
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72 Connecticut, New Haven County, Milford — George W. Baird
George W. Baird Medal of Honor Brig General US Army Indian Wars Dec 13 1839     Nov 28 1906Map (db m54720) HM
73 Connecticut, New Haven County, West Haven — William A. SodermanCongressional Medal of Honor
On December 17, 1944 Pfc. William A. Soderman, of West Haven, Company K, 9th Infantry, 2nd Infantry Division armed with a bazooka, defended a key road junction near Rocherath, Belgium. As the German artillery barrage pinned down troops around . . . Map (db m27867) HM
74 Delaware, Kent County, Dover — Delaware's Medal of Honor RecipientsFrom the Nineteenth Century
Of the eighteen Delawareans who have been awarded the Medal of Honor since it was established by an Act of Congress in 1862, fifteen received the medal for actions during the 19th century — twelve from the Civil War, one from the Indian Wars in . . . Map (db m198966) HM WM
75 Delaware, Kent County, Dover — The Congressional Medal of Honor
In Respectful Memory of Those Delawareans who have recieved The Congressional Medal Of Honor for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life and beyond the call of duty. —–– The Medal of Honor is the . . . Map (db m61103) HM WM
76 Delaware, Kent County, Dover, Dover Air Force Base — Special Ops Memorial
Respect ★ and ★ Honor to the Pilots and Crews of the US Air Force Air Mobility Command from the US Army Rangers, Paratroopers, and Green Berets, who jumped from your perfectly good airplanes RLTW - AATW - DOL Monthly . . . Map (db m232922) WM
77 Delaware, Kent County, Smyrna — KC-78 — Sgt. John B. MaberryMedal of Honor Recipient
Born December 17, 1841, John B. Maberry was the son of John and Temperance Brockson Maberry of Duck Creek Hundred. Responding to the call of his country, he enlisted in the Union Army’s Company F, First Regiment, Delaware Infantry Volunteers, in . . . Map (db m39024) HM
78 Delaware, New Castle County, Bear — Sgt. James P. Connor Memorial Circle
Medal of Honor recipient WWIIMap (db m189388) WM
79 Delaware, New Castle County, Bear — NC-126 — Sgt. James P. Connor Memorial Circle
Born in Wilmington, Delaware, on January 12, 1919, James P. Connor entered the U.S. Army in January 1941. As a member of the 7th Infantry, 3rd Division, he was a participant in the amphibious landing at Cape Cavalaire in southern France. On August . . . Map (db m144315) HM
80 Delaware, New Castle County, Middletown — NC-144 — Sgt. William Lloyd NelsonCongressional Medal of Honor Recipient Reported missing
William Lloyd Nelson was born near Dover, Delaware, on February 22, 1918. He was the son of J. Clarence and Carrie Phillips Nelson. Following his family's move to a farm near Middletown, he was educated in the public schools of the community. He . . . Map (db m155759) HM
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81 Delaware, New Castle County, Wilmington, Brandywine Park — African American Medal of Honor Recipients Memorial
[Panel 1:]African American Medal of Honor Recipients Memorial The Medal of Honor takes its place in our country as the highest award for military valor. The honor, awarded by the President in the name of Congress, may only be accorded an . . . Map (db m173924) HM
82 Delaware, New Castle County, Wilmington, Happy Valley — Samuel Rodmond SmithApril 20, 1842 Sept 30, 1912
Soldier of the Civil War, Lieutenant 4 Delaware Infantry 1862, Captain 4 Delaware Infantry 1863, Brevetted Major U.S. Volunteers and awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for gallant and meritorious services.Map (db m107936) WM
83 Delaware, New Castle County, Wilmington, Trinity Vicinity — NC-154 — Site of Old Cathedral Cemetery
In May 1852, this parcel of land was purchased by Bishop (now Saint) John N. Neumann of Philadelphia. From the early 1850s through the late 1870s, this was the primary cemetery for Wilmington’s Catholics. Those buried here represented all walks of . . . Map (db m10916) HM
84 Delaware, Sussex County, Rehoboth Beach — Delaware's Medal of Honor Recipients
Alexander Hand, 1862 • Charles B. Tanner, 1862 • James Parke Postles, 1863 • John B. Maberry, 1863 • Bernard McCarren, 1863 • John Shilling III, 1864 • Henry A du Pont, 1864 • David E. Buckingham, 1865 • Samuel Rodmond Smith, 1865 . . . Map (db m206354) WM
85 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, LeDroit Park — Christian Fleetwood and Sara Fleetwood Residence Site319 U Street, NW — African American Heritage Trail, Washington DC —
Christian Fleetwood (1840-1914) was one of 21 African Americans to be awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for bravery during the 1864 Battle of Chaffin's Farm near Richmond. After the Civil War he worked for the federal government and organized . . . Map (db m77543) HM
86 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Washington Hospital Center — America's Medal of Honor Recipients Memorial
This tree dedicated by the Veterans Administration in 1976 to America's Medal of Honor recipients who helped make this Bicentennial observance possible "by gallantry above and beyond the call of duty"Map (db m224544) WM
87 District of Columbia, Washington, Southeast Washington, Barney Circle — Benjamin Franklin McAlwee
Benjamin Franklin McAlwee Medal of Honor Serg. Maj. Co D 3 MD Infantry Civil War Jan 7 1838 - June 28 1918 Map (db m141890) HM
88 District of Columbia, Washington, Southeast Washington, Navy Yard — Frank W. Crilley BuildingFrank W. Crilley, Ensign, U.S. Navy, 1883-1947
Frank W. Crilley was born in Trenton, New Jersey on September 13, 1883. Following enlistment in the Navy in March, 1900 he became a gunner's mate and received additional training as a diver. In 1915 he made dives to over 300 feet during salvage . . . Map (db m10679) HM
89 Florida, Alachua County, Gainesville — Duane E. DeweyVeterans Memorial Park
[front] Medal of Honor Duane E. Dewey Corporal U.S. Marine Corps Reserves Panmunjom, Korea April 16, 1952 America’s Highest Military Award of Valor in Combat [reverse] Funded by . . . Map (db m237339) WM
90 Florida, Brevard County, Cocoa — Emory Lawrence Bennett
Born 20 December 1929 at New Smyrna, Florida. Moved to Brevard County March 15, 1936. A 1948 graduate of Cocoa High School. Enlisted in the U.S. Army July 25, 1950. Killed in action June 24, 1951. His grave in Pinecrest Cemetery is properly marked. . . . Map (db m145975) HM WM
91 Florida, Brevard County, Cocoa — Staff Sergeant Melvin Morris
Medal of Honor recipient Melvin Morris was born in Okmulgee, Okla. January 7, 1942. Sergeant First Class Morris (U.S. Army-Retired) and family settled in Brevard County in December 1990. On March 18, 2014, the President of the United States of . . . Map (db m146008) HM WM
92 Florida, Brevard County, Merritt Island — Medal of HonorVeterans Memorial Center
Awarded by the United States of America for “Conspicuous” Gallantry and Intrepidity at the Risk of His or Her Life above and beyond the Call of Duty while engaged in an action against any enemy of the United States. . . . Map (db m164675) WM
93 Florida, Clay County, Starke — Leonard A. Funk, Jr.508th Parachute Infantry Regiment — Camp Blanding Museum & Memorial Park —
First Sergeant 508 Parachute Infantry Regiment 1943 – 1945 Outstanding Leader Magnificent Soldier Cherished Friend United States Awards Congressional Medal of Honor: 29 Jan. 1945, Holzheim, Belgium. Distinguished . . . Map (db m177422) WM
94 Florida, Clay County, Starke — Medal Of HonorWalk Through Time — Camp Blanding Museum & Memorial Park —
The Medal of Honor is the highest military award for personal bravery or self-sacrifice that can be given to any individual in the United States of America. It has only been awarded 3,428 times in the nation’s history. Adam Paine . . . Map (db m179329) HM WM
95 Florida, Clay County, Starke — Medal of HonorCamp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park
Medal Of Honor The Medal Is awarded for gallantry & intrepidity, at risk of life , above and beyond the call of duty, while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States. The List . . . Map (db m180453) WM
96 Florida, Hendry County, LaBelle — Nicholas J CutinhaVeterans Memorial Park
Nicholas J Cutinha SP4 US Army CO C BN 9 Inf Reg25 Inf Div Vietnam Medal of Honor Bronze Star Medal Purple Heart Jan 23 1945 † Mar 2 1968 On March 2 1968, Nicholas J Cutinha was engaged by overwhelming Vietnam Cong . . . Map (db m221290) WM
97 Florida, Highlands County, Sebring — Medal of HonorRecipients Residing in Florida
John Mihalowski MA USN 1939 James H. Howard China AAC 1944 Everett P. Pope MA USMC 1944 James R. Hendrix AR USA 1944 Joseph J. McCarthy IL USMC 1945 Douglas T. Jacobson NY USMC 1945 William R. Charette MI USN 19563 Ronald E. . . . Map (db m218229) HM WM
98 Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa — First Lieutenant Baldomero LopezMarine Corps — Hillsborough County Veterans Memorial Park —
The President of the United States in the name of Congress takes pride in presenting the Medal of Honor posthumously to First Lieutenant Baldomero Lopez Marine Corps for service set forth in the following . . . Map (db m197426) WM
99 Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa — First Lt. Baldomero LopezTampa Native — Awarded Congressional Medal Of Honor —
During the Inchon invasion in Korea, September 15, 1950, Marine 1st Lieutenant Lopez's platoon was engaging the enemy. Exposing himself to hostile fire he attempted to hurl a grenade into the pillbox whose fire was pinning them down. Wounded, he . . . Map (db m31703) HM
100 Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa — Medal of HonorHillsborough County Veterans Memorial Park
Medal of Honor For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life, above and beyond the call of duty, in action involving actual conflict with an opposing armed force. The Medal of Honor is the United . . . Map (db m197353) HM WM

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