12 Facts About Deming Bronson

Deming Bronson attended the University of Washington where he majored in forestry and from 1912 to 1916, played on the Washington Huskies football team.

Deming Bronson joined the Army from Seattle, Washington, and by September 26,1918, was serving in France as a first lieutenant with Company H of the 364th Infantry Regiment, 91st Division.

Deming Bronson recovered from his injuries and was awarded the Medal of Honor in the office of President Herbert Hoover on November 19,1929.

Deming Bronson died May 29,1957, and is buried at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia.

Deming Bronson was struck by an exploding enemy handgrenade, receiving deep cuts on his face and the back of his head.

Deming Bronson nevertheless participated in the action which resulted in the capture of an enemy dugout from which a great number of prisoners were taken.

Deming Bronson remained on duty with his company through the night although suffering from severe pain and shock.

Deming Bronson was assigned, was left in support of the attacking line, Company E being in the line.

Deming Bronson gallantly joined that company in spite of his wounds and engaged with it in the capture of the village.

Deming Bronson, who was the last man to leave the advanced position, was again wounded in both arms by an enemy high-explosive shell.

Deming Bronson was then assisted to cover by another officer who applied first aid.

Deming Bronson remained with the survivors of the company throughout the night of the second day, refusing to go to the rear for treatment.