Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz) - U.S. Navy
Adolphus Staton
Details
- Rank: Lieutenant (Highest Rank: Rear Admiral)
- Conflict/Era: Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz)
- Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
- Medal of Honor Action Date: April 22, 1914
- Medal of Honor Action Place: Vera Cruz, Mexico
Citation
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914; was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: North Carolina
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Presentation Date & Details: 1915
- Born: August 28, 1879, Tarboro, Edgecombe County, NC, United States
- Died: June 4, 1964
- Buried: Arlington National Cemetery (4-280-A), Arlington, VA, United States
- Location of Medal: Marshall Museum, Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, VA