Ulysses G. Buzzard
Ulysses G. Buzzard (January 31, 1865 – August 2, 1939) was an American soldier who served in the United States Army during the Spanish–American War and whose actions during that conflict led to him receiving the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Ulysses G. Buzzard | |
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| Born | January 31, 1865 Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, US |
| Died | August 2, 1939 (aged 74) |
| Place of burial | Veterans Cemetery community of Labangon, Cebu City, Philippines |
| Allegiance |  |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1888 - 1911 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 17th Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Ulysses Grant Buzzard was born January 31, 1865, in Armstrong County, Pennsylvania. He joined the army from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in May 1888, and served with Company C, 17th U.S. Infantry in the Spanish–American War.[1] He later served in the Philippines, and retired there in December 1911.[2]
Buzzard died at age 74 and was buried at San Nicolas Cemetery in Cebu City, the Philippines.[3]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Corporal, Company C, 17th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: At El Caney, Cuba, 1 July 1898. Entered service at: ______. Birth: Armstrong, Pa. Date of issue: 24 June 1899.
Citation:
Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and under heavy fire from the enemy.[1]
References
- "BUZZARD, ULYSSES G." Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved June 12, 2010.
- Register of Enlistments in the US Army, 1798-1914
- Sterner, C. Douglas. "Photo of Grave site of MOH Recipient Ulysses G. Buzzard". HomeOfHeroes.com. Retrieved June 13, 2010.
External links
- "Ulysses G. Buzzard". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved June 12, 2010.