USMC MOH: Philip Gaughan Traditional Cache

Established early in the Civil War to "promote efficiency in the Navy", the Medal of Honor rose to prominence in American history and heritage.  Only slightly more than 3,500 Americans have been awarded Medals of Honor, and today only 78 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.

This series is to honor the Heroes of the United States Marine Corps who have been awarded the Nation’s highest military honor since its inception.  This series is placed along a bike trail.  DO NOT access these caches from the road.   These caches are placed between the trail and the roadway.

The President of the United States
in the name of
The Congress
takes pleasure in presenting the

Medal of Honor

to

 

GAUGHAN, PHILIP

Rank and Organization: Sergeant, U .S. Marine Corps. Born: 17 March 1865, Belmullet, Ireland. Accredited To: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.

Citation:

On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Gaughan set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.