Alfred Polond (February 29, 1872 – March 26, 1956) was a private serving in the United States Army during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Alfred Polond | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 29, 1872 Lapeer, Michigan, US |
| Died | February 29, 1956 (aged 84) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Company F, 10th U.S. Infantry |
| Battles / wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
editPolond was born February 29, 1872, in Lapeer, Michigan, and entered the army from his place of birth. He was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War with Company F, 10th U.S. Infantry as a private where he received the Medal of Honor for his actions.[1]
He died March 26, 1956.
Medal of Honor citation
editRank and organization: Private, Company F, 10th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: At Santiago, Cuba, 1 July 1898. Entered service at: Lapeer, Mich. Birth: Lapeer, Mich. Date of issue: 22 June 1899. Citation:
Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and while under heavy fire of the enemy.[1]
See also
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References
edit- ^ a b "War with Spain; Polond, Alfred". Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Archived from the original on June 27, 2009. Retrieved July 29, 2010.
External links
edit- "Alfred Polond". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved July 29, 2010.
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