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

James Cooney

Details
  • Rank: Private (Highest Rank: Corporal)
  • Conflict/Era: China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)
  • Military Service Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
  • Medal of Honor Action Date: July 13, 1900
  • Medal of Honor Action Place: Tientsin, China
Citation
In the presence of the enemy during the battle near Tientsin, China, 13 July 1900, Cooney distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: Massachusetts
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Presentation Date & Details: December 11, 1901
  • Born: July 27, 1860, Limerick, Ireland
  • Died: March 14, 1903
  • Buried: Mare Island Cemetery (MH) (10-93), Vallejo, CA, United States
 

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