Marcus William Robertson (February 12, 1870 – May 24, 1948) was a United States Army soldier and a recipient of America’s highest military decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions on the Philippine-American War.
Marcus W. Robertson, 1898…18y/o headed to war. Photo via Mary Gall
Marcus Robertson enlisted in the United States Army from Hood River, Oregon in May 1898, and by May 16, 1899 was serving as a private in Company B of the 2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry Regiment as part of Young’s Scouts. On that day, near San Isidro in the Philippines, Private Robertson helped to rout a large enemy force despite being greatly outnumbered. For his actions, he was presented with the Medal of Honor on April 28, 1906. He later rose to the rank of stable Sergeant and served in France during World War I.
He died at age 78 and was buried in Pine Grove Cemetery, Hood River, Oregon. (Wiki)
Buried beside Marcus is his cousin, Earl Malcom Robertson, who died in WWI from Ludwig’s Angina…a dental infection and inflammation that lead to his death.
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A wonderful tribute to brave men…
Thank you. A remote little cemetery and a little known, brave young man.
So many stories are hidden in the folds of history. I am glad that you found and shared one of them.
Very interesting. Thanks for telling us of the life of Marcus Robertson. There are so many stories out there from the past that need to be remembered and told. Nice post.
Thank you Liz!
A wonderful tribute.
Thank you very much!