Norman W. Ressler
Norman W. Ressler (May 27, 1873 – September 29, 1914) was a corporal serving in the United States Army during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Norman Ward Ressler | |
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| Born | May 27, 1873 Dalmatia, Pennsylvania |
| Died | September 29, 1914 (aged 41) |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1895 - 1900, 1902 - 1914 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | Company D, 17th U.S. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Ressler was born May 27, 1873, in Dalmatia, Pennsylvania and entered the army from St. Louis, Missouri in October 1895. He was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War with Company D, 17th U.S. Infantry as a corporal where he received the Medal of Honor for his actions.[1] He was discharged in October 1900, and rejoined the army in January 1902.[2]
Ressler died on September 29, 1914, and is buried in San Francisco National Cemetery San Francisco, California[3] His grave can be found in section W.S, grave 134-A.[3]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Corporal, Company D, 17th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: At El Caney, Cuba, 1 July 1898. Entered service at: Dalmatia, Pa. Birth: Dalmatia, Pa. Date of issue: 21 August 1899.
Citation:
Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and under heavy fire of the enemy.[1]
References
- "War with Spain; Ressler, Norman W." Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Archived from the original on April 23, 2009. Retrieved July 27, 2010.
- Register of Enlistments in the US Army, 1798-1914
- "Norman W. Ressler". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. May 4, 2003. Retrieved July 27, 2010.