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First Lieutenant (Infantry) Marion Perry Maus, United States Army, was cited for gallantry in action during the American Indian Wars.

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Division:

    1st U.S. Infantry

    Action Date:

    January 11, 1886
    Date of Issue: November 27, 1894

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Marion Perry Maus, United States Army, for most distinguished gallantry in action with hostile Apaches led by Geronimo and Natchez, on 11 January 1886, while serving with 1st U.S. Infantry, in action at Rio Aros, Sierra Madre Mountains, Mexico.