Cameron County PA
Congressional Medal of Honor & Distinguished Service Cross & Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department, 1919
Contributed by Tammy Clark
Howard Craven
Howard Craven, battalion sergeant major, Headquarters Company, 361st Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Gesnes, France, September 26, 1918. Although wounded, he remained on duty, and during the heaviest bombardment of the battalion command post reorganized and kept under control the liaison section, which was essential to the successful operation of the battalion. He constantly exposed himself to danger and rendered service of great value. Residence at enlistment: Emporium, Pa.
Source: Congressional Medal of Honor & Distinguished Service Cross & Distinguished Service Medal Issued by the War Department, 1919
Distinguished Service Cross
* Indicates Posthumous Award
Contributed by Tammy Clark