Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion) - U.S. Marine Corps
John Mapes Adams
Details
- Also Known As: Day, George Lawrence
- Rank: Sergeant
- 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, Adams distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: Massachusetts
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: October 11, 1871, Haverhill, Essex County, MA, United States
- Died: January 6, 1921, Fort Wadsworth, NY, United States
- Buried: Cypress Hills National Cemetery (MH) (2-8262), Brooklyn, NY, United States
From the CMOHS Archives
The Historical Branch of the U.S. Marine Corps records that John M. Adams was born as George Lawrence Day.