Louis C. Mosher
Louis Clinton Mosher (April 26, 1880 – September 29, 1958) was a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.[1]
Louis C. Mosher | |
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| Born | April 26, 1880 Westport, Massachusetts, US |
| Died | September 29, 1958 (aged 78) |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1901–1933 |
| Rank | First Lieutenant |
| Unit | Philippine Scouts |
| Battles/wars | Philippine–American War *Battle of Bud Bagsak |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Second Lieutenant, Philippine Scouts. Place and date: At Gagsak Mountain, Jolo, Philippine Islands, June 11, 1913. Entered service at: Brockton, Mass. Birth: Westport, Mass. Date of issue: Unknown.
Citation:
Voluntarily entered a cleared space within about 20 yards of the Moro trenches under a furious fire from them and carried a wounded soldier of his company to safety at the risk of his own life.
See also
References
- "Second Lieutenant MOSHER, LOUIS C., U.S. Army". CMOHS.org. 1913-06-11. Retrieved 2018-01-26.
- ""MOSHER, LOUIS C." entry". Medal of Honor recipients: Philippine-American War. United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Archived from the original on 2007-12-14. Retrieved 2008-04-09.
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