John C. Wetherby (July 2, 1880 – November 29, 1899) was a private in the United States Army and a posthumous Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.
John C. Wetherby
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| Born | (1880-07-02)July 2, 1880 Morgan County, Indiana |
| Died | November 29, 1899(1899-11-29) (aged 19) Imus, Cavite, Philippines |
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1898–1899 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Company L, 4th U.S Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Philippine–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Wetherby joined the army from Indianapolis in October 1898.[1]
Rank and organization: Private, Company L, 4th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: Near Imus, Luzon, Philippine Islands, November 20, 1899. Entered service at: Martinsville, Ind. Birth: Morgan County, Ind. Date of issue: April 25, 1902.
Citation:
While carrying important orders on the battlefield, was desperately wounded and, being unable to walk, crawled far enough to deliver his orders.
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