[Complete] Scene Caption: President George H. W. Bush presented a posthumous Medal of Honor to the sisters of Corporal (CPL) Freddie Stowers, a native of Anderson County South Carolina for action during World War I. CPL Stowers displayed exceptional heroism on September 28, 1918, as a squad leader in Company C, 371st Infantry Regiment, 93rd Infantry Division. His unit devastated by the enemy, with bold personal bravery and leadership he took charge, inspired his men to follow him into the fray, taking out a machine gun nest. Fatally wounded by gunfire, with his inspiration, Company C pressed its attack against incredible odds, aiding in the capture of Hill 188, causing heavy enemy casualties. CPL Stowers is the only Black American to receive the Medal for action during World War I, 4/4/1991.
<p>Series: Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files, 1982 - 2007
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Record Group 330: Records of the Office of the Secretary of Defense, 1921 - 2008
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