Thomas J. Graves
Thomas J. Graves (September 29, 1866 – January 27, 1944) was a private serving in the United States Army during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Thomas J. Graves | |
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| Born | September 29, 1866 Milton, Indiana |
| Died | January 27, 1944 (aged 77) |
| Place of burial | South Germany Cemetery Pershing, Indiana |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1898 - 1901 |
| Rank | Quartermaster Sergeant |
| Unit | 17th Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Graves was born September 29, 1866 in Milton, Indiana and joined the army from Columbus, Ohio in May 1898. He was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War with Company C, 17th U.S. Infantry as a private where he received the Medal of Honor for his actions.[1] He was discharged in May 1901.[2]
He died January 27, 1944 and is buried in Zion Lutheran Cemetery Pershing, Indiana.[3]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, Company C, 17th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: At El Caney, Cuba, 1 July 1898. Entered service at: Millville, Ind. Birth: Milton, Ind. Date of issue: 22 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
- "War with Spain; Graves, Thomas J." Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Retrieved August 2, 2010.
- Register of Enlistments in the US Army, 1798-1914
- Find a Grave