Back in 2013, Effort Was On for Medal of Honor for Alonzo Cushing-- Part 1

From the December 13, 2013, Seattle Pilot "Wisconsin Civil War Soldier could receive medal" by Dinesch Rande, AP.

As we now know, Cushing will be receiving his medal.  Now, an effort needs to be made for his brother, William Cushing, to receive one as well.

Descendants and Civil War buffs are pushing for First Lt. Alonzo Cushing of Delafield, Wisconsin, to receive a Congressional Medal of Honor.  But, timing is a problem as under current regulations, the recommendation for a Medal of Honor must be made within two years of the heroic event and must be awarded within three years.

Lt. Cushing's heroics took place over 150 years ago at the Battle of Gettysburg.

Friday, the U.S. Senate passed a comprehensive defense bill that included an exemption for Cushing and that bill now goes to President Obama for his signature.

After that, the steps to the honor will have to commence.

--Old Secesh