China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion) - U.S. Navy
Francis Thomas Ryan
Details
Also Known As: Gallagher, Frank
Rank: Coxswain (Highest Rank: Ship's Cook First Class Retired)
Conflict/Era: China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)
Unit/Command: U.S.S. Newark
Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor Action Date: June 20 - 22, 1900
Medal of Honor Action Place: China
Citation
In action with the relief expediton of the Allied forces in China during the battles of 13, 20 21, and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Ryan distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Additional Details
Accredited to: Massachusetts
Awarded Posthumously: No
Born: April 6, 1862, MA, United States
Died: June 14, 1927, Philadelphia, PA, United States
Buried: Arlington National Cemetery (MH) (17-21008), Arlington, VA, United States