| Birth: | Apr. 13, 1875
Peru
Miami County
Indiana, USA | | Death: | Aug. 26, 1938
Peru
Miami County
Indiana, USA | 
Philippine Insurrection Congressional Medal of Honor recipient. Served as Captain, U.S. Marines Corps, second in command in battle at the Cadacan and Sohoton Rivers, Samar, Philippine Islands. On November 17, 1901 he made a surprise attack on the enemy fortified cliffs, capturing their weapons, supplies and killing 30. He had successfully led his men up the cliffs by means of bamboo ladders to a height of 200 feet. Then he led his men across the river, scaled the cliffs on the opposite side, and destroyed positions which were there. His other awards include the Army and Navy Distinguished Service Medal. (bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith)
Search Amazon for Hiram Bearss | | | Burial:
Mount Hope Cemetery
Peru
Miami County
Indiana, USA |
Maintained by: Find A Grave
Originally Created by: John "J-Cat" Griffith
Record added: Sep 02, 2003
Find A Grave Memorial# 7827299 |
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God bless you on Flag Day (early). Old Glory has waived over a free nation for the 238th year because Heroes like you have defended Her. Rest in Peace.
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Richard S. Barzelogna
Added: Jun. 5, 2013 |
God bless you on Memorial Day (early). Rest in Peace, Sir.
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LTC B, USAR (ret)
Added: May. 23, 2013 |
God bless you on Armed Forces Day (early). Rest in Peace.
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Richard S. Barzelogna
Added: May. 17, 2013 |
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