Tag Archives: Sioux
2nd Infantry at the Pine Ridge Agency
The first fire of the hostiles was delivered at the Indian police, and by the time we had gotten to their assistance the firing had ceased and the Indians were circling around on their horses beyond rifle-fire. As a follow … Continue reading
Private Mosheim Feaster, E Troop, 7th Cavalry – Extraordinary Gallantry
For extraordinary gallantry, advancing to an exposed position and holding it, in action against hostile Sioux Indians, at Wounded Knee Creek, South Dakota. Twenty-one-year-old Mosheim Feaster had been in the Army little more than a year and in the 7th … Continue reading
Investigation of Acts of Gallantry, Heroism, or Fortitude
The recommendations for brevets or for honorable mention for such field officers is, in the opinion of the department commander, an insult to the memory of the dead, as well as to the brave men living. –Major General Nelson A. … Continue reading
Sam Russell
Army at Wounded Knee 