George W. Mathews
George William Mathews (1874–1906) was an Assistant Surgeon in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.
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| Born | 1874 Worcester, Massachusetts |
| Died | 1906 (aged 31–32) |
| Allegiance |  USA United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1899 - 1905 |
| Rank |  Major |
| Unit | 36th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers |
| Battles/wars | Philippine–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Mathews was assigned to the 36th US Volunteer Infantry as an assistant surgeon (with rank of Captain) in July 1899. He received a promotion to surgeon (with rank of major) in November 1900, and was retired due to disability in February 1905.[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Assistant Surgeon, 36th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers. Place and date: Near Labo, Luzon, Philippine Islands, October 29, 1899. Entered service at: Worcester, Mass. Birth: Worcester, Mass. Date of issue: March 14, 1902.
Citation:
While in attendance upon the wounded and under a severe fire from the enemy, seized a carbine and beat off an attack upon wounded officers and men under his charge.
See also
References
- Official Army Register for 1906
- ""MATHEWS, GEORGE W." entry". Medal of Honor recipients: Philippine–American War. United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Archived from the original on 2007-12-14. Retrieved 2008-03-31.
External links
- "George W. Mathews". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2008-08-20.