The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private James Anderson, United States Army, for gallantry during the pursuit and fight with Indians on 5 October 1870, while serving with Company M, 6th U.S. Cavalry, in action at Little Wichita River, Texas.
Sponsored by:
James
Anderson
May 28, 1849
–
May 31, 1918
Cemetery:
St. Peter and Paul Cemetery
Awards Received
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Medal of Honor
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Medal of Honor
Service:
United States ArmyRank:
PrivateDivision:
6th U.S. CavalryAction Date:
October 5, 1870
Date of Issue: November 19, 1870