José B. Nísperos José Balitón Nísperos ( December 30 , 1887 -- September 1 , 1922 ) was a member of the Philippine Scouts who received the Medal of Honor during the Philippine-American War .
José B. Nísperos José B. Nísperos ( December 30 , 1887 -- September 1 , 1922 ) was a member of the Philippine Scouts . He received the Medal of Honor during the Philippine-American War .