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China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion) - U.S. Marine Corps

Alexander Joseph Foley

Details
  • Rank: Sergeant (Highest Rank: First Sergeant)
  • Conflict/Era: China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)
  • Unit/Command:
    U.S.S. Monadnock
  • Military Service Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
  • Medal of Honor Action Date: June 21, 1900
  • Medal of Honor Action Place: near Tientsin, China
Citation
In the presence of the enemy during the battle near Tientsin, China, 13 July 1900, Foley distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: Pennsylvania
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Presentation Date & Details: August 15, 1901
  • Born: February 19, 1866, Heckersville (Heckschersville), Schuylkill County, PA, United States
  • Died: January 14, 1910, San Juan, PR, United States
  • Buried: Culebra Naval Station Cemetery , Culebra, PR, United States
 

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