Unit/Command: 17th Company, 2d Advanced Base Regiment
Military Service Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
Medal of Honor Action Date: April 21, 1914
Medal of Honor Action Place: Vera Cruz, Mexico
Citation
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21-22 April 1914. In both days' fighting at the head of his company, Capt. Fryer was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage.
Additional Details
Awarded Posthumously: No
Presentation Date & Details: March 4, 1916
Born: August 22, 1878, Hightstown, Mercer County, NJ, United States
Died: June 6, 1963, Coral Gables, FL, United States
Buried: Arlington National Cemetery (MH) (34-102-A), Arlington, VA, United States
Location of Medal:
National Museum of the US Marine Corps, Quantico, VA