Joseph H. Leonard

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private Joseph H. Leonard, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in battles, while with the Eighth Army Corps on 25, 27, and 29 March, and on 4 April 1899. (Private Leonard enlisted and served under the name Joseph Melvin)

General Orders: War Department, General Orders No. 55 (July 19, 1901)

Action Date: March 25, 27 & 29 & April 4, 1899

Service: Marine Corps

Rank: Private

Division: 8th Army Corps (Attached)