John E. Moran

John E. Moran (August 23, 1856 – November 7, 1930) was a Captain in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine-American War. He lived and is buried in Great Falls, Montana.[1]

John E. Moran
San Francisco Examiner, February 7, 1901
Born(1856-08-23)August 23, 1856
Vernon, Vermont
DiedNovember 7, 1930(1930-11-07) (aged 74)
Great Falls, Montana
Buried
Highland Cemetery
Great Falls, Montana
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service/branchUnited States Army
RankCaptain
UnitCompany L, 37th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers
Battles/warsPhilippine-American War
AwardsMedal of Honor

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Captain, Company L, 37th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers. Place and date: Near Mabitac, Laguna, Luzon, Philippine Islands, September 17, 1900. Entered service at: Cascade County, Mont. Born: August 23, 1856, Vernon, Windham County, Vt. Date of issue: June 10, 1910.

Citation:

After the attacking party had become demoralized, fearlessly led a small body of troops under a severe fire and through water waist deep in the attack against the enemy.

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See also

References
  1. Tribune Staff. "125 Montana Newsmakers: Medal of Honor Winners". Great Falls Tribune. Retrieved August 27, 2011.


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