Joseph Henderson (soldier)
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| Joseph Henderson | |
|---|---|
| (December 1869- 19 December 1938) | |
| Place of birth | Fort Leavenworth, Kansas |
| Place of death | Fort Leavenworth, Kansas |
| Allegiance | US Army |
| Rank | Sergeant to Master Sergeant |
| Unit | U.S. 6th Cavalry Regiment. |
| Battles/wars | Moro Rebellion, Philippine-American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor, |
Joseph Henderson (December 1869- December 19 1938) was a United States Army Sergeant awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for actions during the Moro Uprising in 1909. He later obtained the rank of Master Sergeant. Sergeant Henderson was awarded his medal for the same action as Lieutenant Archie Miller.
[edit] Citation
Citation: While in action against hostile Moros, voluntarily advanced alone, in the face of a heavy fire, to within about 15 yards of the hostile position and refastened to a tree a block and tackle used in checking the recoil of a mountain gun.
