Frederick N. Funston (11 September 1865 – 19 February 1917) also known as Fred Funston, was a General in the United States Army, best known for his role in the Spanish-American War and the Philippine-American War.

Frederick Funston

Frederick N. Funston (11 September 1865 – 19 February 1917) also known as Fred Funston, was a…

Richmond Pearson Hobson (17 August 1870 - 16 March 1937) was a United States Navy Rear Admiral who served from 1905-1915 as a U.S. Representative from Alabama.

Richmond Pearson Hobson

Richmond Pearson Hobson (17 August 1870 - 16 March 1937) was a United States Navy Rear Admiral who served…

Private Thomas Plunkett (1841 - 1885) was a color bearer during the Civil War. He carried the banner of his regiment at the Battle of Fredericksburg when a cannon blast took away both of his hands. He carried on by pressing the flag against his chest with his wrists and continued until one of the color guard took the flag from him so he could retire. For these actions, Plunkett was awarded the Medal of Honor.

Sergeant Thomas Plunkett

Private Thomas Plunkett (1841 - 1885) was a color bearer during the Civil War. He carried the banner…

William Rufus Shafter (October 16, 1835 – November 12, 1906) was a Union Army officer during the American Civil War who received America's highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions at the Battle of Fair Oaks.

William Rufus Shafter

William Rufus Shafter (October 16, 1835 – November 12, 1906) was a Union Army officer during the…

Dr. Walker (1832-1919) was a feminist, abolitionist, prohibitionist, spy, prisoner of war, surgeon and the only woman to receive the Medal of Honor.

Dr. Mary Edwards Walker

Dr. Walker (1832-1919) was a feminist, abolitionist, prohibitionist, spy, prisoner of war, surgeon and…

Leonard Wood (October 9, 1860 – August 7, 1927) was a physician who served as the Chief of Staff of the United States Army, Military Governor of Cuba and Governor General of the Philippines. Early in his military career, he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

Leonard Wood

Leonard Wood (October 9, 1860 – August 7, 1927) was a physician who served as the Chief of Staff of…