Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz) - U.S. Marine Corps
Jesse Farley Dyer
Details
- Rank: Captain (Highest Rank: Brigadier General)
- Conflict/Era: Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz)
- Military Service Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
- Medal of Honor Action Date: April 21, 1914
- Medal of Honor Action Place: Vera Cruz, Mexico
Citation
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21-22 April 1914; was in both days' fighting at the head of his company, and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage.
Additional Details
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: December 2, 1877, St. Paul, Ramsey County, MN, United States
- Died: March 31, 1955
- Buried: Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery (MH) (P-1606), San Diego, CA, United States