for distinguished conduct and conspicuous bravery in command of his regiment in the charge on San Juan Hill, Cuba, July 1, 1898.
In compliance with G. O. 135, A. G. O. 1898, I inclose my certificate showing my personal knowledge of Colonel Roosevelt's conduct.
Very respectfully,
C. J. Stevens,
Captain Second Cavalry,
I hereby certify that on July i, 1898, at the battle of San Juan, Cuba, I witnessed Colonel (then Lieutenant-Colonel) Roosevelt, First Volunteer Cavalry, United States of America, mounted, leading his regiment in the charge on San Juan. By his gallantry and strong personality he contributed most materially to the success of the charge of the Cavalry Division up San Juan Hill.
Colonel Roosevelt was among the very first to reach the crest of the hill, and his dashing example, his absolute fearlessness, and gallant leading rendered his conduct conspicuous and clearly distinguished above other men.
C. J. Stevens,
'Captain Second Cavalry.
{Late First Lieutenant Ninth Cavalry.)
