Spanish-American War Medal of Honor Recipient. He served in the United States Army during the War with Spain as a Private in Company F, 10th United States Infantry. He was one of five members of Company F awarded the CMOH for their bravery at Santiago de Cuba, on July 1, 1898, with his citation reading: "Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and under heavy fire of the enemy." Awarded the Medal on June 22, 1899, he was joined by comrades Sergeant Charles P. Cantrell, Sergeant Andrew J. Cummings, Private William G. Keller and Private James J. Nash in being so honored.
Spanish-American War Medal of Honor Recipient. He served in the United States Army during the War with Spain as a Private in Company F, 10th United States Infantry. He was one of five members of Company F awarded the CMOH for their bravery at Santiago de Cuba, on July 1, 1898, with his citation reading: "Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and under heavy fire of the enemy." Awarded the Medal on June 22, 1899, he was joined by comrades Sergeant Charles P. Cantrell, Sergeant Andrew J. Cummings, Private William G. Keller and Private James J. Nash in being so honored.
Bio by: Don Morfe
Inscription
In Memory of
ALFRED POLOND
Feb 29 1972-Mar 26, 1956
Congressional Medal of Honor Holder
Act of Congress 1899
FOR OUTSTANDING BRAVERY
Company F 10th Infantry
Santiago, Cuba
SPANISH AMERICAN WAR
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