Established early in the Civil War to "promote efficiency in the Navy", the Medal of Honor rose to prominence in American history and heritage. Fewer than 3,500 Americans have been awarded Medals of Honor, and today only 81 of them survive. These heroes are a vanishing breed whose valiant history MUST be preserved for future generations. That heritage is nurtured and sustained on the ground floor of the Hall of Heroes.
The President of the United States
in the name of
The Congress
takes pleasure in presenting the
Medal of Honor
to
MAcNEAL, HARRY LEWIS
Rank and Organization: Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: 22 March 1875, Philadelphia, Pa. Accredited To: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 526, 9 August 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action at the Battle of Santiago de Cuba, 3 July 1898. Braving the fire of the enemy, MacNeal displayed gallantry throughout this action.
