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U.S. Army
Henderson, Joseph
Henderson, Joseph
ConflictPhilippine War
RankFirst Sergeant
Year of Action1909
Unit/CommandTroop B, 6th U.S. Cavalry
HometownLeavenworth, Kansas
Citation

While in action against hostile Moros, voluntarily advanced alone, in the face of a heavy fire, to within about 15 yards of the hostile position and refastened to a tree a block and tackle used in checking the recoil of a mountain gun.

Branch: U.S. ArmyConflict: Philippine WarYear of Action: 1909

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