George Berg
George Francis Berg (December 2, 1868 - November 27, 1945) was an American soldier serving in the United States Army during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
George Francis Berg | |
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| Born | December 2, 1868 Mount Erie, Illinois |
| Died | November 27, 1945 (aged 76) |
| Place of burial | Mount Pleasant Cemetery South Portland, Maine |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Rank | Master Sergeant |
| Unit | 17th Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Berg was born December 2, 1868, in Mount Erie, Illinois. After entering the army, he was sent to fight with Company C, 17th U.S. Infantry in the Spanish–American War.[1]
He died November 27, 1945, and is buried in Mount Pleasant Cemetery South Portland, Maine.[2]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, Company C, 17th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: At El Caney, Cuba, 1 July 1898. Entered service at: ______. Birth: Wayne County, Ill. Date of issue: Unknown.
Citation:
Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and while under heavy fire of the enemy.[1]
References
- "BERG, GEORGE". Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved June 12, 2010.
- Congressional Medal of Honor Society
External links
- "George Berg". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved June 12, 2010.
- "George Berg". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved June 12, 2010.