Norman W. Ressler

Norman W. Ressler (May 27, 1873 – September 29, 1914) was a corporal serving in the United States Army during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.

Norman Ward Ressler
Born	(1873-05-27)May 27, 1873 Dalmatia, Pennsylvania, US
Died	September 29, 1914(1914-09-29) (aged 41)
Allegiance	United States
Branch	United States Army
Years of service	1895 - 1900, 1902 - 1914
Rank	Sergeant
Unit	Company D, 17th U.S. Infantry
Battles / wars	Spanish–American War
Awards	Medal of Honor

Biography

Ressler was born May 27, 1873, in Dalmatia, Pennsylvania and entered the army from St. Louis, Missouri in October 1895. He was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War with Company D, 17th U.S. Infantry as a corporal where he received the Medal of Honor for his actions.^[1] He was discharged in October 1900, and rejoined the army in January 1902.^[2]

Ressler died on September 29, 1914.

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Corporal, Company D, 17th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: At El Caney, Cuba, 1 July 1898. Entered service at: Dalmatia, Pa. Birth: Dalmatia, Pa. Date of issue: 21 August 1899.

Citation:

Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and under heavy fire of the enemy.^[1]

See also

• Biography portal

• List of Medal of Honor recipients for the Spanish–American War