Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion) - U.S. Navy
Axel Westermark
Details
- Rank: Seaman (Highest Rank: Gunner's Mate First Class)
- Conflict/Era: China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)
- Unit/Command:
U.S.S. Newark - Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
- Medal of Honor Action Date: July 21 - August 17, 1900
- Medal of Honor Action Place: Peking, China
Citation
In the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 28 June to 17 August 1900. Throughout this period, Westermark distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: California
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: April 8, 1875, Bergo, Finland
- Died: May 7, 1911, Puget Sound, WA, United States
- Buried: San Francisco National Cemetery (MH) (A-32), San Francisco, CA, United States