Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz) - U.S. Navy
George Maus Lowry
Details
- Rank: Ensign (Highest Rank: Rear Admiral)
- Conflict/Era: Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz)
- Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
- 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; Ens. Lowry was in both days' fighting at the head of his company, and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: Pennsylvania
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: October 27, 1889, Erie, Erie County, PA, United States
- Died: September 25, 1981, Carmel, CA, United States
- Buried: Ashes scattered at sea /Organization USS FLORIDA, at sea
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