Daniel Henry

1. By: Daniel Henry

2.  The CMOH was created on July 12, 1862 by
Iowa Senator James W. Grimes to promote the
efficiency of the Navy. President Lincoln
signed the bill. The CMOH is the highest
award for valor in action upon an individual
serving in the armed services of the U.S.

3.  While engaged in an action against an enemy
of the U.S.
 While engaged in military operations involving
conflict with an opposing force.
 While serving with friendly forces engaged in
armed conflict against an opposing armed force
in which the U.S. is not a belligerent party.

4.  War With Spain
 Private
 U.S. Army
 At Tayabacoa, Cuba June 30,1898
 Voluntarily went ashore in the face of the
enemy and aided in the rescue of his comrades;
this after several previous attempts at rescue
had been frustrated.

5.  WWI
 Corporal
 U.S. Army
 September 28, 1918
 Freddie Stowers led an assault on German
trenches, continuing to lead his men even
after being wounded twice, he died from his
wounds.

6.  Indian War Campaign
 Principal Musician (Private)
 U.S. Army
 At the Pecos River, Texas April 1875
 With three other men, he participated in a
charge against 25 hostiles while on scouting
patrol.