James McIntyre (soldier)

James McIntyre (September 15, 1875 – 1930) was a United States soldier who served in the Philippines following the Spanish–American War. For his actions in May 1899, he was to receive the Medal of Honor. The award notification was mailed to the wrong address in 1906. His granddaughter received the Medal on his behalf in June 2026.[1][2][3]

References

  1. ↑ "The man behind the medal: James McIntyre's forgotten Medal of Honor awarded 119 years later". Oil City News. Casper, Wyoming. June 29, 2026. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
  2. ↑ Brinker, Ash (June 27, 2026). "(PHOTOS) Medal of Honor given to fallen WWI soldier in Chugwater". Cap City News. Cheyenne, Wyoming. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
  3. ↑ "The Most Recent Medal of Honor Recipients in 2025: William Simon Harris and James W. McIntyre". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. January 29, 2025. Retrieved June 29, 2026.
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