Joseph Fitz
| Joseph Fitz | |
|---|---|
| Born |
May 24, 1886 Austria |
| Died | February 24, 1945 (aged 58) |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1900 - 1910 |
| Rank | Seaman |
| Unit | USS Pampanga (PG-39) |
| Battles/wars | Philippine-American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Joseph Fitz (May 24, 1886 Austria – February 24, 1945) was a United States Navy Ordinary Seaman who received the Medal of Honor for actions on March 8, 1906 during the Philippine-American War. He served in the navy from 1900 to 1910, and later obtained the rank of seaman.[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and Organization: Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: May 24, 1886, Austria. Accredited to: Iowa. G.O. No.: 19, May 1, 1906.
Citation:
On board the USS Pampanga (PG-39), Mount Dajo Jolo, Philippine Islands, 8 March 1906. Serving in the presence of the enemy on this date, Fitz displayed bravery and extraordinary heroism.[2]
See also
Notes
- ↑ Service profile
- ↑ "Medal of Honor recipients". Medal of Honor citations. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Retrieved July 1, 2010.
References
- "Joseph Fitz". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2007-10-23.
- "Medal of Honor recipients". Medal of Honor citations. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Retrieved July 1, 2010.
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