World War I Medal of Honor Recipient. He served as a Sergeant, US Army, Company F, 364th Infantry, 91st Division. In action at Epinonville, France, September 26, 1919, Sergeant Seibert led his men on an assult on a German position. With 2 other soldiers he charged a machinegun emplacement in advance of their company, he himself killing one of the enemy with a shotgun and capturing 2 others. In this encounter he was wounded, but he nevertheless continued in action. When a withdrawal was ordered he returned with the last unit and assisted a wounded comrade. Later in the evening, he volunteered and carried in wounded until he fainted from exhaustion. For the highest courage and leadership, he was awarded the Medal of Honor and later achieved the rank of Chief Warrant Officer.
World War I Medal of Honor Recipient. He served as a Sergeant, US Army, Company F, 364th Infantry, 91st Division. In action at Epinonville, France, September 26, 1919, Sergeant Seibert led his men on an assult on a German position. With 2 other soldiers he charged a machinegun emplacement in advance of their company, he himself killing one of the enemy with a shotgun and capturing 2 others. In this encounter he was wounded, but he nevertheless continued in action. When a withdrawal was ordered he returned with the last unit and assisted a wounded comrade. Later in the evening, he volunteered and carried in wounded until he fainted from exhaustion. For the highest courage and leadership, he was awarded the Medal of Honor and later achieved the rank of Chief Warrant Officer.
Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
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