James McConnell (Medal of Honor)

James McConnell was a soldier in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine-American War.

James McConnell
Born1878
Syracuse, New York
DiedJuly 23, 1918 (aged 39–40)
France
Place of burial
Arlington National Cemetery
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service/branchUnited States Army
RankFirst Lieutenant
UnitCompany B, 33d US Volunteer Infantry
Battles/warsPhilippine-American War
World War I
AwardsMedal of Honor
Distinguished Service Cross

Almost 2 decades later, McConnell, by then a First Lieutenant, was also awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for actions in France during World War I. He was mortally wounded, and died the same day.[1]

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Private, Company B, 33d Infantry, U.S. Volunteers. Place and date: At Vigan, Luzon, Philippine Islands, December 4, 1899. Entered service at: Detroit, Mich. Birth: Syracuse, N.Y. Date of issue: October 1, 1902.

Citation:

Fought for hours Iying between 2 dead comrades, notwithstanding his hat was pierced, his clothing plowed through by bullets, and his face cut and bruised by flying gravel.

See also

References
  1. "Hall of Valor". Archived from the original on 2013-12-17. Retrieved 2013-12-17.


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