Matthew Arther

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Signal Quartermaster Matthew Arther, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Carondelet at the reduction of Forts Henry and Donnelson, Tennessee, 6 and 14 February 1862 and other actions. Carrying out his duties as Signal Quartermaster and Captain of the rifled bow gun, Signal Quartermaster Arther was conspicuous for valor and devotion, serving most faithfully, effectively and valiantly.