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.

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See also

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


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