b. 28/09/1871 Cherry Tree, Pennsylvania. d. 22/04/1942 Los Angeles, California.
DATE OF MOH ACTION: 01/07/1898 El Caney, Cuba.
Shepherd was born September 28, 1871, in Cherry Tree, Pennsylvania and joined 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.
His heroism in the El Carney battle has received recognition by various groups and organizations. The Pennsylvania Historic Marker erected in his honor is inscribed as follows:
Shepherd fought in the Spanish-American War at El Caney, Cuba with Company D, 7th U.S. Infantry. He was awarded the Medal of Honor on July 1, 1898. Superior officers repeatedly cited him for bravery above and beyond the call of duty. Born in Bullsburg (Cherry Tree), September 28, 1871, he attended the Pine Grove School across the street. He was born and raised a short distance just up Sylvis Road. After the war he moved to California and started his own business and was very successful. He died there April 24, 1942. He served his generation in his time because of his love for his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was discharged in November 1898. He received his Medal of Honor on August 21, 1899.
MOH CITATION:
Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines under heavy fire from the enemy.
BURIAL LOCATION: INGLEWOOD PARK CEMETERY, INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA.
RESTHAVEN SECTION, LOT 21, CENTER GRAVE C.
LOCATION OF MEDAL: UNKNOWN.
