Medal of Honor Recipients

The highest honor an American soldier can recieve, and one which has only been bestowed upon almost 3,400. This blog is to recognize, honor and thank those who have earned the Medal of Honor. It is also to honor and thank every soldier who has ever served in the U.S. Military. For more information go to http://www.history.army.mil/moh.html

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February 07, 2008

Medal of Honor Recipient: Corporal Antoine A. Gaujot

Rank and organization: Corporal, Company M, 27th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers. Place and date: At San Mateo, Philippine Islands, 19 December 1899. Entered service at: Williamson, W. Va. Birth: Keweenaw, Mich. Date of issue: 15 February I911.

Citation: Attempted under a heavy fire of the enemy to swim a river for the purpose of obtaining and returning with a canoe

posted by Poison Pero | 2/07/2008