Samuel F. Rogers
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| Samuel F. Rogers | |
|---|---|
.png) Medal of Honor recipient | |
| Born |
1845 Buffalo, New York |
| Died |
November 1, 1905 Cook County, Illinois |
| Place of burial | Forest Home Cemetery, Forest Park, Chicago |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States Navy |
| Rank | Quartermaster |
| Unit | USS Colorado |
| Battles/wars | Korean Expedition |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Samuel F. Rogers (1845-November 1, 1905)was a United States Navy Quartermaster received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition. He was awarded the medal for his rescue of the mortally wounded Lieutenant Hugh McKee.
He was buried at Forest Home Cemetery,[1] in Forest Park, Chicago.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Quartermaster, U.S. Navy. Born: 1845, Buffalo, N.Y. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 169, 8 February 1872.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Colorado during the attack and capture of the Korean forts, 11 June 1871. Fighting courageously at the side of Lt. McKee during this action, Rogers was wounded by the enemy.
See also
References
- ↑ "Browse by City: Forest Park". Findagrave.com. Retrieved 2008-05-05.
- "Medal of Honor recipients". United States Army Center of Military History.
- "Samuel F. Rogers". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2007-11-20.
- "Home of Heroes". Retrieved October 5, 2010.
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