Sponsored by:

Navy Federal Credit Union
James
B.
Dozier
May 2, 1820

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Cemetery:

Bottoms Cemetery

James Dozier was one of eight civilians awarded the Medal of Honor. His award was revoked in the review of 1916-17 because of his civilian status, along with those of four other civilian scouts. In June 1989 all five of these awards were restored.

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Civilian

    Rank:

    Civilian Scout

    Action Date:

    October 5, 1870

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Civilian Scout James B. Dozier, a United States Civilian, for gallantry in action and on the march on 5 October 1870, while serving as an Indian Scout at Little Wichita River, Texas.