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Henry
A.
McMasters
KIA (Indian Campaigns)
1845

–

November 11, 1872

Cemetery:

San Antonio National Cemetery

On November 18, 1872, just eight days before Corporal McMasters and his 9 fellow heroes from the battle at Red River, Texas were to receive their Medals Of Honor, Corporal McMasters was killed in action at Fort Griffin, Texas.

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Corporal

    Division:

    4th U.S. Cavalry

    Action Date:

    September 29, 1872
    Date of Issue: November 19, 1872

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pride in presenting the Medal of Honor (Posthumously) to Corporal Henry A. McMasters, United States Army, for gallantry in action on 29 September 1872, while serving with Company A, 4th U.S. Cavalry, in action at Red River, Texas.