Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Sergeant Major

    Division:

    U.S. Engineers

    Action Date:

    1839 – 1871

    Date of Issue: November 8, 1871

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Sergeant Major Frederick William Gerber, United States Army, for distinguished gallantry in many actions and in recognition of long, faithful, and meritorious services covering a period of 32 years from 1839 to 1871.