Richard Moses Longfellow (June 24, 1867 – May 17, 1951) was a United States Army Private who received the Medal of Honor for actions on May 16, 1899. Private Longfellow was part of Young's Scouts.
Richard Moses Longfellow | |
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Born | Logan County, Illinois | June 24, 1867
Died | May 17, 1951 | (aged 83)
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service | United States Army |
Rank | Private |
Unit | Young's Scouts, 1st North Dakota Volunteer Infantry |
Battles / wars | Philippine–American War |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
He is buried at Normal Hill Cemetery in Lewiston, Idaho.
Medal of Honor citation
editRank and Organization: Private, Company A, 1st North Dakota Volunteer Infantry. Place and Date: Near San Isidro, Philippine Islands, May 16, 1899. Entered Service At: Mandan, N. Dak. Birth: Logan County, Ill, Date of Issue: Unknown.
Citation:
With 21 other scouts charged across a burning bridge, under heavy fire, and completely routed 600 of the enemy who were entrenched in a strongly fortified position.
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edit- "Home of Heroes Gravesite". Retrieved October 5, 2010.
- "Home of Heroes Citation". Retrieved October 5, 2010.