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

Charles Robert Francis

Details
  • Rank: Private (Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant)
  • Conflict/Era: China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)
  • Military Service Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
  • Medal of Honor Action Date: June 21, 1900
  • Medal of Honor Action Place: Tientsin, China
Citation
In the presence of the enemy during the battle near Tientsin, China, 13 July 1900, Francis distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Medal of Honor Recipient Charles R. Francis
Medal of Honor Recipient Charles R. Francis
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Born: May 19, 1875, Doylestown, Bucks County, PA, United States
  • Died: July 15, 1946, Santa Monica, CA, United States
  • Buried: Hollywood Cemetery (5-737-5), Hollywood, CA, United States
 

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