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China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion) - U.S. Navy

Francis Thomas Ryan

Details
  • Also Known As: Gallagher, Frank
  • Rank: Coxswain (Highest Rank: Ship's Cook First Class Retired)
  • 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
In action with the relief expediton of the Allied forces in China during the battles of 13, 20 21, and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Ryan distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: Massachusetts
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Born: April 6, 1862, MA, United States
  • Died: June 14, 1927, Philadelphia, PA, United States
  • Buried: Arlington National Cemetery (MH) (17-21008), Arlington, VA, United States
 

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