The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Sergeant Lewis Phife, United States Army, for bravery in scouts and actions against Indians from August to October 1868, while serving with Company B, 8th U.S. Cavalry, in action in Arizona Territory.

General Orders: Date of Issue: July 24, 1869

Action Date: August - October, 1868

Service: Army

Rank: Sergeant

Company: Company B

Division: 8th U.S. Cavalry