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Navy Federal Credit Union
Lewis
Phife
October 31, 1841

–

January 31, 1913

Cemetery:

Tierney Cemetery

Lewis Phife left his hometown of Burlington, Iowa at the age of 19 to move westward. During the Civil War he enlisted for service in the west, then continued his military service as a member of the US Cavalry during the Indian Campaigns.

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Sergeant

    Division:

    8th U.S. Cavalry

    Action Date:

    August – October, 1868
    Date of Issue: July 24, 1869

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Sergeant Lewis Phife, United States Army, for bravery in scouts and actions against Indians from August to October 1868, while serving with Company B, 8th U.S. Cavalry, in action in Arizona Territory.