List of Medal of Honor recipients for the Indian Wars

Indian Wars is the name generally used in the United States to describe a series of conflicts between the colonial or federal government and the native people of North America.

These wars which ranged from the 17th-century (King Philip's War, King William's War, and Queen Anne's War at the opening of the 18th century) to the Leech Lake uprising in 1898. They generally resulted in the opening of Native American lands to further colonization. They also represent the conquest of American Indians and their assimilation or forced relocation to Indian reservations.

The Indian Wars comprised a series of smaller wars. American Indians who were diverse peoples with their own distinct tribal histories, were no more a single people than the Europeans. They lived in societies organized in a variety of ways. American Indians usually made decisions about war and peace at the local level. They sometimes fought as part of formal alliances. One example is the Iroquois Confederation. They also sometimes used temporary confederacies inspired by leaders such as Tecumseh.

Medal of Honor

The Medal of Honor was created during the American Civil War. It is the highest military decoration presented by the United States government to a member of its armed forces. The recipient must have distinguished themselves at the risk of their own life above and beyond the call of duty in action against an enemy of the United States. Due to the nature of this medal it is commonly presented after the recipient has been killed (posthumously).

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Image  Name  Service  Rank  Place of action  Date of action  Unit Notes75pxArmyBrazos River, Texas41st U.S. InfantryAttacked with 2 men a force of 11 Indians, drove them from the hills, and reconnoitered the country beyond.ArmyArizona TerritoryIndian ScoutsGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyTurret Mountain, ArizonaCompany I, 23d U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany M, 6th U.S. CavalryGallantry during the pursuit and fight with Indians.75pxArmySan Carlos, ArizonaCompany L, 8th U.S. CavalryWith two others men, voluntarily scouted hostile terrain to find a wagon passage and held off an Apache attackArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany E, 7th U.S. CavalryWhile the Indians were concealed in a ravine, assisted men on the skirmish line, directing their fire, etc., and using every effort to dislodge the enemy.ArmySappa Creek, KansasCompany H, 6th U.S. CavalryRapid pursuit, gallantry, energy, and enterprise in an engagement with Indians.75pxArmySpring Creek, Nebraska5th U.S. CavalryLed his men in their defense against an attack by a superior force of Indians.ArmyCompany E, 5th U.S. CavalryGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.75pxArmy and AdjutantBear Paw Mountain, Montana5th U.S. InfantryMost distinguished gallantry in action with the Nez Perce Indians.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company D, 5th U.S. InfantryGallantry in engagements.75px|Frank D. BaldwinArmyMcClellans Creek, Texas5th U.S. InfantryFor rescuing two girls being held by Native Americans. Second award, previously received a Medal for actions in the Civil War.ArmyLittle Big Horn, MontanaCompany A, 7th U.S. CavalryBrought water for the wounded under a most galling fire.75pxArmyFort Apache, ArizonaSignal CorpsBravery in action in Arizona.  The Army Reserve center in Phoenix, Arizona is named for him.ArmySycamore Canyon, ArizonaCompany A, 1st U.S. CavalryConspicuous gallantry in a charge upon the Tonto Apaches.ArmyArmyCompany B, 5th U.S. CavalryGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyBig Horn, MontanaCompany E, 7th U.S. InfantryCarried dispatches to Gen. Crook at the imminent risk of his life.ArmyStaked Plains, Texas4th U.S. CavalryGallantry in a long chase after Indians.ArmyArizona8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyNear Elkhorn Creek, WyomingCompany A, 3rd U.S. CavalryLed his men in a defense against an Indian attack, helped the wounded although wounded himselfArmyTurret Mountain, ArizonaCompany A, 5th U.S. CavalryGallantry in engagements.ArmyArmyCompany I, 1st U.S. CavalryGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyArmyGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany M, 6th U.S. CavalryGallantry in pursuit of and fight with Indians.ArmyCibicu Creek, ArizonaCompany D, 6th U.S. CavalryConspicuous and extraordinary bravery in attacking mutinous scouts.ArmyMimbres Mountains, N. Mex. and Cuchillo Negro River near Ojo Caliente, New Mexico and Company C, 9th U.S. CavalryBravery in action.ArmyHell Canyon, ArizonaCompany L, 8th U.S. CavalryConspicuous gallantry in action.ArmyRed River, TexasCompany F, 4th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLittle Big Horn, MontanaCompany D, 7th U.S. CavalryBrought water for the wounded under a most galling fire.ArmyNear Fort Selden, New Mexico – Company C, 8th U.S. CavalryServices against hostile Indians.75pxArmyO'Fallons Creek, Montana2nd U.S. CavalryFearless exposure and dashing bravery in cutting off the Indians' pony herd, thereby greatly crippling the hostiles.ArmySimon Valley, ArizonaCompany G, 6th U.S. CavalryEngaged singlehanded 2 renegade Indians until his horse was shot under him and then pursued them so long as he was able.ArmyArizonaCompany B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyArizonaCompany C, 24th U.S. InfantryAlthough shot in the abdomen, in a fight between a paymaster's escort and robbers, did not leave the field until again wounded through both arms.ArmyDavidson Canyon near Camp Crittenden, ArizonaCompany F, 5th U.S. CavalryIn command of a detachment of 4 men defeated a superior force.ArmyBig Hole, MontanaCompany A, 7th U.S. InfantryAfter having been severely wounded in right shoulder, continued to do duty in a most courageous manner.ArmyPowder River, WyomingAccompanied a detachment of cavalry in a charge on a village of hostile Indians and fought through the engagements, having his horse killed under him. He continued to fight on foot, and under severe fire and without assistance conveyed 2 wounded comrades to places of safety, saving them from capture.ArmyBattle of Sugar Point, Leech Lake, MinnesotaHospital CorpsTended Wounded under fire; last Medal of Honor awarded for Indian Wars.ArmyArizonaCompany B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company G, 5th U.S. InfantryGallantry in engagements.75pxArmyCuchillo Negro Mountains, New Mexico2nd US CavalrySaved the life of a dismounted soldier, who was in imminent danger of being cut off, by alone galloping quickly to his assistance under heavy fire and escorting him to a place of safety, his horse being twice shot in this action.ArmyWolf Mountains, MontanaCompany C, 5th U.S. InfantryMost distinguished gallantry in action with hostile Indians.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company G, 5th U.S. InfantryGallantry in engagements.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company I, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyLittle Big Horn, Montana – Company B, 7th US CavalryDisplayed conspicuously good conduct in assisting to drive away the IndiansSurname misspelled "Callen" on citationArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company C, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLittle Blue, NebraskaCompany C, 2nd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyIndian campaigns, Kansas and Colorado – Company H, 10th US CavalryWas gallant and meritorious throughout the campaigns, especially in the combat of October 15 and in the forced march on September 23, 24 and 25 to the relief of Forsyth's Scouts, who were known to be in danger of annihilation by largely superior forces of IndiansArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company L, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.75pxArmyBear Paw Mountain, Montana5th US CavalryLed a charge under a galling fire, in which he inflicted great loss upon the enemy.75pxArmyOn Brazos, River, Texas4th US CavalryHeld the left of the line with a few men during the charge of a large body of Indians, after the right of the line had retreated, and by delivering a rapid fire succeeded in checking the enemy until other troops came to the rescue.75pxArmyCibicu, Arizona6th US CavalryRescued, with the voluntary assistance of 2 soldiers, the wounded from under a heavy fire.75px|James S. CaseyArmyWolf Mountain, MontanaCompany A, 5th US InfantryLed his command in a successful charge against superior numbers of the enemy strongly posted.ArmyWashita River, Texas"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyWhite River, South Dakota6th US CavalryHeaded the advance across White River partly frozen, in a spirited movement to the effective assistance of Troop K, 6th U.S. Cavalry.ArmyArmyIndian ScoutsGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany E, 1st US ArtilleryTwice voluntarily rescued wounded comrades under fire of the enemy.ArmyBig Hole, Mont. and Camas Meadows, Idaho and Company L, 2nd US CavalryConspicuous gallantry, especial skill as sharpshooter.75pxArmyPinito Mountains, Sonora, Mex.10th US CavalryRushed forward to the rescue of a soldier who was severely wounded and lay, disabled, exposed to the enemy's fire, and carried him to a place of safety.75pxArmyPlatte River, NebraskaCivilian Scout with 3rd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action." Later known as the legendary westerner and showman Buffalo Bill Cody.75pxArmyStaked Plains, TexasCompany A, 4th US CavalryRan down and killed an Indian.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany H, 6th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company C, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyAgua Fria River, ArizonaCompany E, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyRepublican River, KansasPawnee ScoutsAlso known as "Mad Bear"ArmySanta Cruz Mountains, Mex.Company D, 4th US CavalryConspicuous gallantry during an attack on a hostile Apache Indian Camp; seriously wounded.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyArizonaCompany L, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyLittle Big Horn River, MontanaCompany B, 7th US CavalryRescued the body of Lt. Hodgson from within the enemy's lines; brought up ammunition and encouraged the men in the most exposed positions under heavy fire.75pxArmyBig Dry Fork, Arizona6th US CavalryGallantly charged hostile Indians, and with his carbine compelled a party of them to keep under cover of their breastworks, thus being enabled to recover a severely wounded soldier.75pxArmySan Carlos, ArizonaCompany L, 8th US CavalryWith 2 other men he volunteered to search for a wagon passage out of a 4,000-foot valley wherein an infantry column was immobile. This small group passed 6 miles among hostile Apache terrain finding the sought passage. On their return trip down the canyon they were attacked by Apache who were successfully held at bay.ArmyLittle Big Horn River, MontanaCompany B, 7th US CavalryDeclined to leave the line when wounded in the neck during heavy fire and fought bravely all next day.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyArizonaCompany L, 4th US CavalryUntiring energy and cool gallantry under fire in an engagement with Apache Indians.ArmySappa Creek, KansasCompany H, 6th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyLas Animas Canyon, New Mexico9th US CavalryRemoved a wounded comrade, under a heavy fire, to a place of safety.ArmyArmy–73Company E, 5th US CavalryGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyUpper Washita, Texas – Company I, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyApache Creek, ArizonaCompany L, 5th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLittle Big Horn, MontanaCompany D, 7th US CavalryVoluntarily brought water to the wounded under fire.ArmyLas Animas Canyon, New MexicoCompany B, 9th US CavalryRemoved a wounded comrade, under a heavy fire, to a place of safety.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWichita River, TexasCivilian Scout"Gallantry in action." Was one of only a few civilians in history to receive the Medal of Honor.75pxArmyNear White River Agency, ColoradoCompany D, 9th US CavalryWith a force of 40 men rode all night to the relief of a command that had been defeated and was besieged by an overwhelming force of Indians, reached the field at daylight, joined in the action and fought for 3 days.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyAgua Fria River, ArizonaCompany E, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company G, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action"ArmyHolliday Creek, Texas; Little Wichita River"Gallantry in action" and on the march.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyBig Hole, MontanaCompany F, 7th US InfantryBravery in actionArmyWichita River, TexasCompany C, 6th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizonaIndian ScoutsGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyLas Animas Canyon, New MexicoTroop G, 9th US CavalryLt. Emmet was in G Troop which was sent to relieve a detachment of soldiers under attack by hostile Apaches During a flank attack on the Indian camp, made to divert the hostiles Lt. Emmet and 5 of his men became surrounded when the Indians returned to defend their camp. Finding that the Indians were making for a position from which they could direct their fire on the retreating troop, the Lieutenant held his point with his party until the soldiers reached the safety of a canyon. Lt. Emmet then continued to hold his position while his party recovered their horses. The enemy force consisted of approximately 200.ArmyBig Horn, MontanaCompany E, 7th US InfantryCarried dispatches to Brig. Gen. Crook through a country occupied by Sioux.75pxArmyPecos River, TexasIndian ScoutsWith 3 other men, he participated in a charge against 25 hostiles while on a scouting patrol.ArmyArizona – Company L, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany E, 7th U.S. CavalryExtraordinary gallantry.75pxArmyPlum Creek, KansasCompany H, 3d U.S. InfantryWhile in charge of a powder train en route from Fort Harker to Fort Dodge, Kans., was attached by a party of desperadoes, who attempted to rescue a deserter in his charge and to fire the train. Sgt. Fegan, singlehanded, repelled the attacking party, wounding 2 of them, and brought his train through in safety.ArmyRed Creek, ArizonaCompany D, 8th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWhetstone Mountains, ArizonaCompany F, 3d U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLoupe Fork, Platte River, NebraskaCompany B, 3d U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyArizona – Company L, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyPowder River, WyomingCompany M, 4th U.S. CavalryThough dangerously wounded, he maintained his ground with a small party against a largely superior force after his commanding officer had been shot down during a sudden attack and rescued that officer and a comrade from the enemy.ArmyRed River, TexasCompany F, 4th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company D, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmySappa Creek, KansasCompany H, 6th US CavalryWith 5 other men he waded in mud and water up the creek to a position directly behind an entrenched Cheyenne position, who were using natural bank pits to good advantage against the main column. This surprise attack from the enemy rear broke their resistance.ArmyLittle Muddy Creek, Mont. and Camas Meadows, Idaho and Company L, 2nd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" with hostile Sioux, at Little Muddy Creek, Mont.; having been wounded in the hip so as to be unable to stand, at Camas Meadows, Idaho, he still continued to direct the men under his charge until the enemy withdrew75pxArmyWounded Knee Creek, South Dakota7th U.S. CavalryDistinguished gallantry.ArmyPicacho Mountain, ArizonaCompany F, 8th US CavalryKilled an Indian warrior and captured his arms.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyLittle Big Horn River, MontanaCompany H, 7th United States CavalryWith 3 comrades during the entire engagement courageously held a position that secured water for the command.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US CavalryBravery in action.ArmyArmy–71U.S. EngineersDistinguished gallantry in many actions and in recognition of long, faithful, and meritorious services covering a period of 32 years.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany K, 6th US CavalryBravery in action.ArmyPowder River, MontanaCompany M, 3rd US CavalryDuring a retreat he selected exposed positions, he was part of the rear guard.75pxArmyMizpah Creek, Mont. and Pumpkin Creek, Montana and Company B, 2nd US CavalryWhile in charge of small scouting parties, fought, charged, surrounded, and captured war parties of Sioux Indians.ArmyWhetstone Mountains, ArizonaCompany F, 5th US CavalryDrove off, singlehanded, 8 hostile Indians, killing and wounding 5.75pxArmyBear Paw Mountain, Montana7th US CavalryLed his command into action when he was severely wounded.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.75pxArmyLittle Big Horn, MontanaCompany G, 7th US CavalryOne of a party of volunteers who, under a heavy fire from the Indians, went for and brought water to the wounded .ArmyLyry Creek, ArizonaCompany L, 8th US CavalryBravery in action.ArmyFort Phil Kearny to Fort C. F. Smith, Dakota TerritoryCompany E, 18th U.S. InfantryBravery, energy, and perseverance, involving much suffering and privation through attacks by hostile Indians, deep snows, etc., while voluntarily carrying dispatches.ArmyFlorida Mountains, New MexicoCompany C, 9th US CavalryWhile part of a small detachment to persuade a band of renegade Apache Indians to surrender, his group was surrounded. Cpl. Greaves in the center of the savage hand-to-hand fighting, managed to shoot and bash a gap through the swarming Apaches, permitting his companions to break free .ArmyArizona–69Company K, 8th US CavalryBravery in action.75px|John GreenArmyFirst Battle of the Stronghold1st US CavalryIn order to reassure his command, this officer, in the most fearless manner and exposed to very great danger, walked in front of the line; the command, thus encouraged, advanced over the lava upon the Indians who were concealed among the rocks.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South Dakota7th US CavalryVoluntarily led a party into a ravine to dislodge Sioux Indians concealed therein. He was wounded during this action.ArmyMilk River, Colo. – Company F, 5th US CavalryThe command being almost out of ammunition and surrounded on 3 sides by the enemy, he voluntarily brought up a supply under heavy flre at almost point blank range.ArmyArizona–69Company E, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company B, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against IndiansArmyNear Camp on White River, Colo.5th U.S. CavalryWith a reconnoitering party of 3 men, was attacked by 35 Indians and several times exposed himself to draw the fire of the enemy, giving his small party opportunity to reply with much effect.ArmyAgua Fria River, ArizonaCompany E, 8th U.S. CavalryGallantry in action.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany G, 7th U.S. CavalryBravery in action.ArmyLittle Big Horn River, MontanaCompany C, 7th U.S. CavalryRecaptured, singlehanded, and without orders, within the enemy's lines and under a galling fire lasting some 20 minutes, a stampeded pack mule loaded with ammunition.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US CavalryGallantry in action.75pxArmyWichita River, TexasCompany H, 6th US CavalryWhile carrying dispatches was attacked by 125 hostile Indians, whom he and his comrades fought throughout the day. He was severely wounded in the hip and unable to move. He continued to fight, defending an exposed dying man.ArmyRed Creek, ArizonaCompany D, 8th US CavalryGallantry in action.ArmyLittle Big Horn River, MontanaCompany A, 7th US CavalryBrought water to the wounded, at great danger to his life, under a most galling fire from the enemy.ArmyLittle Big Horn River, MontanaCompany D, 7th US CavalryVoluntarily brought water to the wounded under fire of the enemy.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany E, 1st US ArtilleryWent to the rescue of the commanding officer who had fallen severely wounded, picked him up, and carried him out of range of the hostile guns.ArmyHell Canyon, ArizonaCompany L, 8th US CavalryGallantry in action.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South Dakota2nd U.S. ArtilleryDistinguished conduct in battle with hostile Indians .ArmyUpper Wichita, TexasCompany I, 5th US InfantryGallantry in action.ArmyCibicu, ArizonaCompany D, 6th US CavalryBravery in action.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyNear Fort Dodge, KansasCompany A, 3rd US InfantryWhile detailed as mail courier from the fort, voluntarily went to the assistance of a party of 4 enlisted men, who were attacked by about 50 Indians at some distance from the fort and remained with them until the party was relieved.ArmyNear Fort Hartsuff, Nebraska23rd US InfantryVoluntarily, and with most conspicuous gallantry, charged with 3 men upon 6 Indians who were entrenched upon a hillside.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyDate Creek, ArizonaCompany E, 5th US CavalrySecured the person of a hostile Apache Chief, although while holding the chief he was severely wounded in the back by another IndianArmyTurret Mountain, ArizonaCompany A, 5th US CavalryGallantry in action.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany B, 7th US CavalryDistinguished bravery.ArmyLittle Blue, NebraskaCompany C, 2nd US CavalryGallantry in action.ArmyArmyCompany L, 1st US CavalryGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany A, 7th US CavalryConspicuous and gallant conduct in battle.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company G, 5th U.S. Infantry(1st award) Gallantry in actions.ArmyBear Paw Mountain, MontanaCompany G, 5th U.S. Infantry(2nd award) Carried Lt. Henry Romeyn, who was severely wounded, off the field of battle under heavy fire.ArmyBattle of the Little BighornCompany D, 7th U.S. CavalryBrought up ammunition under a galling fire from the enemy.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company A, 5th US InfantryGallantry in actionsArmyTonto Creek, ArizonaCompany K, 5th US CavalryGallantry in action in which he was killed.ArmySanta Maria Mountains, ArizonaCompany A, 1st CavalryGallantry in action, also services as trailer in May 1872.ArmySappa Creek, KansasCompany H, 6th CavalryWith 5 other men he waded in mud and water up the creek to a position directly behind an entrenched Cheyenne position, who were using natural bank pits to good advantage against the main column . This surprise attack from the enemy rear broke their resistance75pxArmyWhite River, South Dakota6th Cavalry Regiment (United States)Bravery in action.ArmyLittle Blue, NebraskaCompany C, 2nd US CavalryGallantry in action.ArmyArmyCompany L, 1st US CavalryGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.75pxArmyO'Fallons Creek, Montana2nd US CavalrySurprised the Indians in their strong position and fought them until dark with great boldness.75pxArmyClearwater, Idaho4th US ArtilleryLed a party through withering fire and recovered an abandoned howitzer and 2 Gatling guns lying between the lines a few yards from the IndiansArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company A, 5th InfantryGallantry in actions.ArmyLittle Big Horn River, MontanaCompany B, 7th US CavalryGuarded and carried the wounded, brought water for the same, and posted and directed the men in his charge under galling fire from the enemy.ArmyArmyCompany M, 1st US CavalryGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyApache Pass, Arizona – For rescuing 60 soldiers trapped by Cochise75pxArmyCamas Meadows, Idaho1st U.S. CavalryDismounted from his horse in the face of a heavy fire from pursuing Indians, and with the assistance of 1 or 2 of the men of his command secured to a place of safety the body of his trumpeter, who had been shotArmyUpper Wichita, Texas – 5th U.S. InfantryGallantry in action.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st U.S. CavalryGallantry in action.ArmySioux campaignCompany K, 7th U.S. CavalryDistinguished bravery.ArmyArmyIndian ScoutsGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.75pxArmyMilk River, Colo. – Company D, 9th U.S. CavalryBuffalo Soldier. Voluntarily left fortified shelter and under heavy fire at close range made the rounds of the pits to instruct the guards, fought his way to the creek and back to bring water to the wounded.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company C, 5th U.S. InfantryGallantry in action.ArmyLittle Muddy Creek, Mont. and Camas Meadows, Idaho and Company L, 2nd U.S. CavalryGallantry in the attack against hostile Sioux Indians on May 7, 1877 at Muddy Creek, Mont., and in the engagement with Nez Perces Indians at Camas Meadows, Idaho, on 20 August 1877 in which he sustained a painful knee wound.75pxArmyFort Tularosa, N. Mex. and Carrizo Canyon, New Mexico and Company K, 9th U.S. CavalryWhile commanding a detachment of 25 men at Fort Tularosa, N. Mex., repulsed a force of more than 100 Indians. At Carrizo Canyon, N . Mex., while commanding the right of a detachment of 19 men, on 12 August 1881, he stubbornly held his ground in an extremely exposed position and gallantly forced back a much superior number of the enemy, preventing them from surrounding the command.ArmyArizonaCompany L, 8th U.S. CavalryBrought a comrade, severely wounded, from under the fire of a large party of the enemy.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany M, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action" and in pursuit of Indians.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyUpper Wichita, TexasCompany I, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyUpper Wichita, TexasCompany I, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyUnknownIndian ScoutsGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company C, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWhite River, South Dakota6th U.S. CavalryFor distinguished bravery while in command of his troop in action against hostile Sioux Indians on the north bank of the White River, near the mouth of Little Grass Creek, S. Dak., where he defeated a force of 300 Brule Sioux warriors, and turned the Sioux tribe, which was endeavoring to enter the Bad Lands, back into the Pine Ridge Agency.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany H, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWhetstone Mountains, ArizonaCompany F, 3rd U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany L, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmySlim Buttes, Dakota TerritoryCompany M, 3rd U.S. CavalryBravely endeavored to dislodge some Sioux Indians secreted in a ravine.75pxArmyUpper Wichita, TexasCompany H, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyWhite River, South DakotaTroop F, 6th U.S. CavalryLed the advance in a spirited movement to the assistance of Troop K, 6th U.S. Cavalry.ArmyUpper Wichita, TexasCompany I, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyUpper Wichita, TexasCompany I, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArmyIndian ScoutsGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company C, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyNear Republican River, KansasCompany M, 5th U.S. CavalryThis soldier and 2 others were attacked by 8 Indians, but beat them off and badly wounded 2 of them.75px|David LarkinArmyRed River, TexasCompany F, 4th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.75pxArmyMilk River, ColoradoCompany D, 5th U.S. CavalryCoolness and steadiness under fire; volunteered to accompany a small detachment on a very dangerous mission.ArmyClear Creek, ArizonaCompany K, 5th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLittle Blue, NebraskaCompany C, 2nd U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyNear Fort Hartsuff, NebraskaCompany A, 23d U.S. InfantryGallantry in charge on hostile Sioux.ArmyMuddy Creek, MontanaCompany L, 2nd U.S. CavalryBravery in action.75pxArmyBluff Station, Wyoming – Company B, 3rd US CavalryBravery in skirmish.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyGilmans Ranch, NebraskaCompany H, 1st Nebraska Veterans CavalryGallantry in defending Government property against Indians.75pxArmyBear Paw Mountain, Montana5th U.S. InfantryHaving been directed to order a troop of cavalry to advance, and finding both its officers killed, he voluntarily assumed command, and under a heavy fire from the Indians advanced the troop to its proper position.ArmySappa Creek, KansasCompany H, 6th US CavalryWith 5 other men he waded in mud and water up the creek to a position directly behind an entrenched Cheyenne position, who were using natural bank pits to good advantage against the main column. This surprise attack from the enemy rear broke their resistance.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany I, 7th US CavalryBravery, especially after having been severely wounded through the lung.ArmyNear Fort Selden, New Mexico – Company C, 8th US CavalryServices against hostile Indians.ArmyNear Fort Hartsuff, NebraskaCompany A, 23rd US InfantryGallantry in charge on hostile Sioux.ArmyArizona–73Indian ScoutsGallant conduct during campaign and engagements with Apaches.ArmySeneca Mountain, ArizonaCompany F, 8th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyNear Red River, Texas – Company E, 4th U.S. CavalryGallantry in attack on a large party of Cheyennes.ArmyCastle Dome and Santa Maria Mountains, Arizona – Company G, 5th U.S. CavalryGallant services in operations of Capt. James Burns, 5th U.S. Cavalry.ArmyArizona–69Company E, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.75pxArmySierra Madre Mountains, Mexico1st U.S. InfantryMost distinguished gallantry in action with hostile Apaches led by Geronimo and Natchez.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany L, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyArizonaCompany B, 24th U.S. InfantryGallantry in the fight between Paymaster Wham's escort and robbers. Mays walked and crawled 2 miles to a ranch for help.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.75pxArmyArizonaCompany K, 10th U.S. CavalryDistinguished himself for coolness, bravery and marksmanship while his troop was in pursuit of hostile Apache Indians.ArmyNear Red River, Texas – Company E, 4th U.S. CavalryGallantry in attack on a large party of Cheyennes.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company F, 22d U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."75px|Michael McCarthyArmyWhite Bird Canyon, Idaho – Troop H, 1st U.S. CavalryWas detailed with 6 men to hold a commanding position, and held it with great gallantry until the troops fell back. He then fought his way through the Indians, rejoined a portion of his command, and continued the fight in retreat. He had 2 horses shot from under him, and was captured, but escaped and reported for duty after 3 days' hiding and wandering in the mountains.75pxArmyBear Paw Mountain, Montana2d U.S. CavalryGallantly attacked a band of hostiles and conducted the combat with excellent skill and boldness.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company G, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action" .ArmyNear Fort Griffin, TexasCompany G, 11th U.S. InfantryGallantry in defeating Indians who attacked the mail.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyWolf Mountain, Montana5th U.S. InfantryLed his command in a successful charge against superior numbers of hostile Indians, strongly posted.ArmyRosebud River, MontanaCompany F, 3rd U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company C, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company A, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action"ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyBig Hole, MontanaCompany A, 7th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company A, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyRed River, TexasCompany A, 4th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany E, 7th US CavalryWhile engaged with Indians concealed in a ravine, he assisted the men on the skirmish line, directed their fire, encouraged them by example, and used every effort to dislodge the enemy.ArmyArizona–69Company E, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyRed River, TexasCompany F, 4th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company E, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLittle Big Horn, MontanaCompany H, 7th US CavalryWith 3 comrades during the entire engagement courageously held a position that secured water for the command.ArmyMilk River, ColoradoCompany F, 5th US CavalryThough painfully wounded, he remained on duty and rendered gallant and valuable service.ArmyWhetstone Mountains, ArizonaCompany F, 3rd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company H, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyUpper Washita, Texas – Company I, 5th US InfantryGallantry in engagement with Indians.ArmyHell Canyon, ArizonaCompany L, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company I, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyMilk River, Colorado – Company F, 5th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmySeneca Mountain, ArizonaCompany F, 8th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyBig Dry Fork, Arizona3rd US CavalryGallantly held his ground at a critical moment and fired upon the advancing enemy (hostile Indians) until he was disabled by a shot.ArmyArizona–69Company E, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyNear Fort Selden, New Mexico – Company C, 8th US CavalryServices against hostile Indians.ArmyUpper Washita, Texas – Company H, 6th US CavalryGallantry in engagement with Indians.ArmyWhetstone Mountains, ArizonaCompany F, 3rd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyBear Paw Mountain, Montana7th US CavalryGallantly led his command in action against Nez Perce Indians until he was severely wounded.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyMilk River, ColoradoCompany D, 5th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyPowder River, MontanaCompany M, 3rd US CavalryBeing the only member of his picket not disabled, he attempted to save a wounded comrade.ArmySeneca Mountain, ArizonaCompany F, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmySeneca Mountain, ArizonaCompany F, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLittle Big Horn, MontanaCompany B, 7th US CavalryBrought up the pack train, and on the second day the rations, under a heavy fire from the enemy.ArmyWhite River, South DakotaCompany K, 6th US CavalryWith 5 men repelled a superior force of the enemy and held his position against their repeated efforts to recapture it.ArmyArmy–73Indian ScoutsGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyArmy–73Indian ScoutsGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches. Name sometimes spelled "Nantahe".ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany L, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmySioux campaignCompany A, 7th U.S. CavalryDistinguished bravery.ArmyUpper Washita, Texas – Company A, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action." Alias: Frank SingletonArmyWhetstone Mountains, ArizonaCompany F, 5th U.S. CavalryHe and 2 companions covered the withdrawal of wounded comrades from the fire of an Apache band well concealed among rocks.75px|John NihillArmyWhetstone Mountains, ArizonaCompany F, 5th U.S. CavalryFought and defeated 4 hostile Apaches located between him and his comrades.ArmyWhite Clay Creek, South DakotaCompany I, 7th U.S. CavalryBravery.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st U.S. CavalryBravery in action.ArmyRed River, TexasCompany I, 4th U.S. CavalryBravery in action.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyApache CampaignsCompany A, 1st U.S. CavalryGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyApache CampaignsCompany M, 1st U.S. CavalryGallant conduct during campaigns and engagements with Apaches.ArmyStaked Plains, TexasCompany I, 4th U.S. CavalryGallantry in a long chase after Indians.ArmyCanyon Blanco tributary of the Red River, Texas – Indian ScoutsRendered invaluable service to Col. R. S. Mackenzie, 4th U.S. Cavalry, during this engagement.75pxArmyWhite Bird Canyon, Idaho1st US CavalryWith a few men, in the face of a heavy fire from pursuing Indians and at imminent peril, returned and rescued a soldier whose horse had been killed and who had been left behind in the retreat.ArmyPecos River, TexasIndian ScoutsWith 3 other men, he participated in a charge against 25 hostiles while on a scouting patrol.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyUpper Washita, TexasCompany M, 6th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyMilk River, Colo.Company D, 5th US CavalryWith 9 others voluntarily attacked and captured a strong position held by Indians.ArmyMuddy Creek, MontanaCompany H, 2d US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyNear Red River, Texas – Company E, 4th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmySappa Creek, KansasCompany H, 6th US CavalryWith 5 other men he waded in mud and water up the creek to a position directly behind an entrenched Cheyenne position, who were using natural bank pits to good advantage against the main column. This surprise attack from the enemy rear broke their resistance.ArmyMilk River, Colo. – Company F, 5th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany L, 6th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyRed River, TexasCompany I, 4th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyBattle of the Little BighornCompany B, 7th US CavalryVoluntarily went for water and secured the same under heavy fire.ArmyLyry Creek, ArizonaCompany L, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" with Indians.ArmyWhite Clay Creek, South DakotaCompany K, 7th US CavalryBravery.ArmyRed River, TexasCompany F, 4th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" with Indians.ArmyArizonaCompany A, 8th US CavalryDefended his position (with 3 others) against a party of 17 hostile Indians under heavy fire at close quarters, the entire party except himself being severely woundedArmyArizona–69Company E, 8th US CavalryBravery in actions with Indians.75pxArmyMilk River, Colo. – Company F, 5th US CavalryErected breastworks under fire; also kept the command supplied with water 3 consecutive nights while exposed to fire from ambushed Indians at close range75px|Marcus RobbinsArmySappa Creek, KansasCompany H, 6th US CavalryWith 5 other men he waded in mud and water up the creek to a position directly behind an entrenched Cheyenne position, who were using natural bank pits to good advantage against the main column. This surprise attack from the enemy rear broke their resistance75px|Joseph RobinsonArmyRosebud River, MontanaCompany D, 3rd US CavalryDischarged his duties while in charge of the skirmish line under fire with judgment and great coolness and brought up the lead horses at a critical moment75px|David RocheArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company A, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company A, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyBig Hole, MontanaCompany A, 7th US InfantryVerified and reported the company while subjected to a galling fire from the enemy.75pxArmyBear Paw Mountain, Montana5th US InfantryLed his command into close range of the enemy, there maintained his position, and vigorously prosecuted the fight until he was severely woundedArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company D, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany A, 6th US CavalryWhile carrying dispatches was attacked by 125 hostile Indians, whom he and his comrades fought throughout the day.ArmyLyry Creek, ArizonaCompany I, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" with Indians.ArmyArizonaCompany A, Indian ScoutsBravery in action with Apache Indians.ArmyLittle Big Horn, MontanaCompany A, 7th US CavalryBrought water to the wounded at great danger to life and under a most galling fire of the enemy.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" with Indians.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company G, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyGageby Creek, Indian TerritoryCompany I, 6th US CavalryCourage while in command of a detachment.ArmySanta Maria River, ArizonaCompany F, 8th US CavalryGallantry in killing an Indian warrior and capturing pony and effects.ArmyHorseshoe Canyon, New MexicoCompany G, 4th US CavalryAssisted, under a heavy fire, to rescue a wounded comrade.ArmySioux CampaignCompany I, 22nd US InfantryCarried dispatches to Fort Buford.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLittle Big Horn, Montana – Company D, 7th US CavalryVoluntarily brought water to the wounded under fire.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyUpper Washita, Texas – Company H, 6th US CavalryWhile carrying dispatches was attacked by 125 hostile Indians, whom he (and a comrade) fought throughout the day.75pxArmyCarrizo Canyon, New MexicoCompany K, 9th US CavalryForced the enemy back after stubbornly holding his ground in an extremely exposed position and prevented the enemy's superior numbers from surrounding his commandArmyNear Fort Selden, New Mexico – Company C, 8th US CavalryServices against hostile Indians.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company A, 5th US InfantryBravery in action with Sioux.75pxArmyRosebud River, MontanaCompany I, 3rd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action." Alias: John Henry75pxArmyLava Beds, OregonRescued a wounded soldier who lay under a close and heavy fire during the assault on the Modoc stronghold after 2 soldiers had unsuccessfully attempted to make the rescue and both had been wounded in doing soArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany H, 6th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyNear White River, South DakotaCompany K, 6th US CavalryWith 4 men of his troop drove off a superior force of the enemy and held his position against their repeated efforts to recapture it, and subsequently pursued them a great distanceArmyWichita River, TexasCompany M, 6th US CavalryWhile carrying dispatches was attacked by 125 hostile Indians, whom he and his comrades fought throughout the day. Pvt. Smith was mortally wounded during the engagement and died early the next dayArmyArizona–69Company K, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmySlim Buttes, MontanaCompany M, 3rd US InfantrySpecial bravery in endeavoring to dislodge Indians secreted in a ravine .ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyRosebud Creek, MontanaCompany M, 3rd US CavalryBravery in action; was wounded in both armsArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action"ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyKickapoo Springs, TexasCompany F, 9th US CavalryGallantry on scout after Indians.Armynear Turret Mountain, Arizona and Company A, 5th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmySeneca Mountain, ArizonaCompany F, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyNear Camp Hualpai, ArizonaCompany K, 5th US CavalryGallantry on scouts after Indians.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyBig Horn River, MontanaCompany E, 7th US InfantryCarried dispatches to Gen. Crook at imminent risk of his life.ArmyCienaga Springs, UtahCompany L, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLittle Big Horn, Montana – Company D, 7th US CavalryVoluntarily brought water to the wounded under fire.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany H, 6th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyLoupe Forke, Platte River, NebraskaCompany B, 3rd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians. Served under the assumed name of Charles Gardner.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" against Indians concealed in a ravine.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany E, 7th US CavalryConspicuous bravery in action against Indians concealed in a ravine.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company L, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.75pxArmyNear Sunset Pass, ArizonaCompany A, 5th US CavalryBravery in rescuing Lt. King, 5th U.S. Cavalry, from Indians.ArmyBig Dry Wash, ArizonaCompany D, 3rd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona–69Company K, 8th US CavalryBravery in actions with Indians.ArmySappa Creek, KansasCompany H, 6th US CavalryWith 5 other men he waded in mud and water up the creek to a position directly behind an entrenched Cheyenne position, who were using natural bank pits to good advantage against the main column. This surprise attack from the enemy rear broke their resistance.75pxArmyPowder River Expedition Dakota TerritoryCompany E, 11th Ohio CavalryCarried a message through a country infested with hostile Indians and saved the life of a comrade en route.ArmyLittle Blue, NebraskaCompany C, 2nd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US CavalryBravery in action with Indians.ArmyBattle of the Little BighornCompany C, 7th US CavalryBrought water to the wounded, even after being shot through the head.75pxArmy and SurgeonBear Paw Mountain, MontanaFearlessly risked his life and displayed great gallantry in rescuing and protecting the wounded men.ArmyLittle Big Horn, MontanaCompany D, 7th US CavalryVoluntarily brought water to the wounded under fire.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany G, 7th US CavalryBravery.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 8th US CavalryBravery in action with Indians.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany I, 7th US CavalryKilled a hostile Indian at close quarters, and, although entitled to retirement from service, remained to the close of the campaign.ArmyArizona–74Company L, 5th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action"s with Apaches.75pxArmyWhite Clay Creek, South DakotaCompany A, 7th US CavalryWhile executing an order to withdraw, seeing that a continuance of the movement would expose another troop of his regiment to being cut off and surrounded, he disregarded orders to retire, placed himself in front of his men, led a charge upon the advancing Indians, regained a commanding position that had just been vacated, and thus insured a safe withdrawal of both detachments without further loss.ArmyStaked Plains, TexasCompany A, 4th US CavalryGallant manner in which he faced a desperate Indian.ArmyLittle Big Horn, MontanaCompany H, 7th US CavalryVolunteered with George Geiger, Charles Windolph, and Henry Mechlin to hold an exposed position standing erect on the brow of the hill facing the Little Big Horn River. They fired constantly in this manner for more than 20 minutes diverting fire and attention from another group filling canteens of water that were desperately needed.ArmyLoupe Fork, Platte River, NebraskaCompany B, 3rd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArmy–73Company A, 5th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action"s and campaigns.ArmyTexasCompany C, 3rd US CavalryWhile carrying dispatches, he attacked a party of 3 armed men and secured papers valuable to the United States.ArmyRed Creek, ArizonaCompany D, 8th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" with Indians.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company C, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyCuchillo Negro Mountains, New MexicoCompany I, 9th US CavalryBravery in action with hostile Apaches.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" with Indians.ArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany B, 7th US CavalryContinued to fight after being severely wounded.ArmyPecos River, TexasIndian Scouts, attached to US 24th InfantryWith 3 other men, he participated in a charge against 25 hostiles while on a scouting patrol.ArmyMuchague Valley, Texas4th US CavalryGallantry in a combat with 5 Indians.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany L, 6th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyNear Picacho Mountain, ArizonaCompany F, 8th US CavalryKilled an Indian warrior and captured his arms.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th US CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.75pxArmyWounded Knee Creek, South DakotaCompany E, 1st US ArtilleryTaking the place of his commanding officer who had fallen severely wounded, he gallantly served his piece, after each flre advancing it to a better position.ArmyChiricahua Mountains, ArizonaCompany G, 1st US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" with Indians.ArmyLittle Big Horn, Montana – Company D, 7th US CavalryVoluntarily brought water to the wounded under fire.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany M, 6th US Cavalry"Gallantry in action."75pxArmyBig Dry Wash, Arizona6th US CavalryRallied his command and led it in the advance against the enemy's fortifled position.ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company C, 5th US Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyMilk River, Colo.Company D, 5th US CavalryVolunteered to accompany a small detachment on a very dangerous mission.ArmyHorseshoe Canyon, New Mexico4th US CavalryAssisted, under a heavy fire, to rescue a wounded comrade.ArmyLittle Muddy Creek, Mont. and Camas Meadows, Idaho and Company L, 2nd US CavalryBravery in actions with Indians.Armyfoothills of the Cuchillo Negro Mountains, New MexicoCompany I, 9th US CavalryRallied a detachment, skillfully conducted a running flght of 3 or 4 hours, and by his coolness, bravery, and unflinching devotion to duty in standing by his commanding officer in an exposed position under a heavy fire from a large party of Indians saved the lives of at least 3 of his comrades.ArmyNear Fort Selden, New Mexico – Company C, 8th U.S. CavalryServices against hostile Indians.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany M, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyCedar Creek, etc., Montana – Company H, 5th U.S. Infantry"Gallantry in action."ArmyBig Hole, MontanaCompany I, 7th U.S. InfantryGallantry in forming company from line of skirmishers and deploying again under a galling fire, and in carrying dispatches at the imminent risk of his life.ArmyColorado Valley, TexasCompany I, 4th U.S. Cavalry(1st award) In pursuit of a band of cattle thieves from New Mexico.ArmyRed River, TexasCompany I, 4th U.S. Cavalry(2nd award) Distinguished conduct in action with Indians.ArmySioux CampaignCompany I, 9th U.S. CavalryBravery.ArmyLittle Big Horn, Montana – Company H, 7th U.S. CavalryWith 3 comrades, during the entire engagement, courageously held a position that secured water for the command.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany L, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany A, 6th U.S. Cavalry"Gallantry in action."ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.75pxArmyIn Apache campaignArmyVoluntarily carried dispatches through hostile territory and assumed command of a detachment in pursuit of Geronimo's band.ArmyWichita River, TexasCompany I, 6th U.S. CavalryWhile in command of 5 men and carrying dispatches, was attacked by 125 Indians, whom, he with his command fought throughout the day, he being severely wounded.75pxArmyNew MexicoCompany B, 9th U.S. CavalrySaved the lives of his comrades and citizens of the detachment.ArmyArizona – Company B, 8th U.S. CavalryBravery in scouts and actions against Indians.ArmyWhetstone Mountains, ArizonaCompany F, 3rd US Cavalry"Gallantry in action" with Indians.ArmyWounded Knee Creek and White Clay Creek, South Dakota – Troop E, 7th US CavalryConspicuous bravery

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