Image Title:
William H. Thompkins, (1872 – 1916)

Note:
Place and date: Tayabacoa, Cuba,  June 30, 1898. His Medal of Honor citation reads as follows: Voluntarily went ashore in the face of the enemy and aided in the rescue of his wounded comrades; this after several previous attempts at rescue had been frustrated. Learn More at: Wikipedia | Military Hall of Honor  | Congressional Medal of Honor Society | blogs.va.gov

Unite:
Troop G, 10th Cavalry Regiment

Rank:
Private (Highest Rank: Sergeant)

Years of service:
n/a

Wars:
Spanish–American War

Image Source:
Wikipedia

Subject:
Military - Buffalo Soldiers – Medal of Honor - Tayabacoa, Cuba

Date:
between 1898 and 1916

Rights:
Public Domain

Image:
SA-MILBS-MH-9

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