George C. Shaw

George Clymer Shaw (March 6, 1866 – February 10, 1960) was a brigadier general in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.

Shaw joined the Army from Washington, D.C., in May 1898, and retired in March 1930.

Place and date: At Fort Pitacus, Lake Lanao, Mindanao, Philippine Islands, May 4, 1903.

Citation: For distinguished gallantry in leading the assault and, under a heavy fire from the enemy, maintaining alone his position on the parapet after the first 3 men who followed him there had been killed or wounded, until a foothold was gained by others and the capture of the place assured.

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Grave at Arlington National Cemetery