Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion) - U.S. Navy
Burke Hanford
Details
- Rank: Machinist First Class (Highest Rank: Chief Machinist)
- Conflict/Era: China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)
- Unit/Command:
U.S.S. Newark - Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
- Medal of Honor Action Date: June 20 - 22, 1900
- Medal of Honor Action Place: China
Citation
Served with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China on 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. In the presence of the enemy during this period, Hanford distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: Ohio
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: December 17, 1872, Toledo, Lucas County, OH, United States
- Died: April 11, 1928
- Buried: Greenwood Memorial Park (PM) (Acacia Place-1523), San Diego, CA, United States