Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
Interim 1920 - 1940 - U.S. Navy
William Russell Huber
Details
- Rank: Machinist's Mate (Highest Rank: Lieutenant)
- Conflict/Era: Interim 1920 - 1940
- Unit/Command:
U.S.S. Bruce - Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
- Medal of Honor Action Date: June 11, 1928
- Medal of Honor Action Place: Norfolk Navy Yard, Virginia, USA
Citation
For display of extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on 11 June 1928, after a boiler accident on the U.S.S. Bruce, then at the Naval Shipyard, Norfolk, Va. Immediately on becoming aware of the accident, Huber without hesitation and in complete disregard of his own safety, entered the steam-filled fireroom and at grave risk to his life succeeded by almost superhuman efforts in carrying Charles H. Byran to safety. Although having received severe and dangerous burns about the arms and neck, he descended with a view toward rendering further assistance. The great courage, grit, and determination displayed by Huber on this occasion characterized conduct far above and beyond the call of duty.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: Pennsylvania
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Presentation Date & Details: December 15, 1928
The White House, presented by Pres. Calvin Coolidge - Born: July 16, 1902, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, PA, United States
- Died: January 25, 1982, San Mateo, CA, United States
- Buried: Golden Gate National Cemetery (MH) (2-B-4085), San Bruno, CA, United States