Richard M. Longfellow
Richard Moses Longfellow (June 24, 1867 – May 17, 1951) was a United States Army Private that received the Medal of Honor for actions on May 16, 1899. Private Longfellow was part of Young's Scouts.
Richard Moses Longfellow | |
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| Born | June 24, 1867 Logan County, Illinois |
| Died | May 17, 1951 (aged 83) |
| Place of burial | Normal Hill Cemetery Lewiston, Idaho |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Young's Scouts, 1st North Dakota Volunteer Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Philippine-American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
He is buried at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston, Idaho.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and Organization: Private, Company A, 1st North Dakota Volunteer Infantry. Place and Date: Near San Isidro, Philippine Islands, May 16, 1899. Entered Service At: Mandan, N. Dak. Birth: Logan County, Ill, Date of Issue: Unknown.
Citation:
With 21 other scouts charged across a burning bridge, under heavy fire, and completely routed 600 of the enemy who were entrenched in a strongly fortified position.
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References
- "Home of Heroes Gravesite". Retrieved October 5, 2010.
- "Home of Heroes Citation". Retrieved October 5, 2010.
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