Hugh Jocelyn McGrath (April 6, 1856 – November 7, 1899)[1] was a captain in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.
Hugh Jocelyn McGrath | |
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 Grave at Arlington National Cemetery | |
| Born | April 6, 1856 Fond du Lac, Wisconsin |
| Died | November 7, 1899 (aged 43) Manila, Philippines |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1880 - 1899 |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | 4th Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Philippine–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
He graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1880. He lived in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.[2][3] He was wounded in the left thigh[4] at Noveleta[4] in October 1899,[2] and he died of his wound a month later.[3][5] His body was repatriated in December 1899 and he was buried at Arlington National Cemetery.[4]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Captain, 4th U.S. Cavalry. Place and date: At Calamba, Luzon, Philippine Islands, July 26, 1899. Entered service at: Eau Claire, Wis. Birth: Fond du Lac, Wis. Date of issue: April 29, 1902.
Citation:
Swam the San Juan River in the face of the enemy's fire and drove him from his entrenchments.[6]
