Photograph associated with William R. Grove

Philippine–American War

William R. Grove

Lieutenant Colonel · U.S. Army

36th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers

9 September 1899 · Porac, Luzon, Philippine Islands

Public domain. Various newspapers published in August 1918. Likely an official U.S. Army photograph. Source file

Branch
U.S. Army
Era
Expeditions, 1871–1933
Home state
Colorado
Action
Porac, Luzon, Philippine Islands

The citation

Official citation

In advance of his regiment, rushed to the assistance of his colonel, charging, pistol in hand, 7 insurgents, and compelling surrender of all not killed or wounded.

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