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Gotfred Jensen — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score1001057th out of 4480

Number of Medals3

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1041899 of 4480

U.S. Army#443of 2016

Reconnaissance#1of 21

Philippine–American War#24of 118

Gotfred Jensen

Sergeant, U.S. Army

Philippine–American War

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor
Spanish Campaign Medal
Philippine Campaign Medal

Ribbon Rack

Biography

Gotfred Jensen was a United States Army soldier who served as a Sergeant during the Philippine–American War. He distinguished himself as a member of Young's Scouts, a specialized group of scouts operating during the conflict. For his conspicuous gallantry in action, he became one of thirteen Scouts awarded the nation's highest military decoration for actions taking place between May 16 and May 19, 1899.

Following his military service, Sergeant Jensen returned to civilian life. He is laid to rest in the Veteran's Home Cemetery located in Port Orchard, Washington, where his service and sacrifice continue to be honored.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts