Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion) - U.S. Navy
Karl Thomas
Details
- Rank: Coxswain
- 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 expedition of the Allied forces in China, 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Thomas distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: New York
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: March 17, 1871, Germany
- Died: July 18, 1900, Taku (Field Hospital), China
- Buried: San Francisco National Cemetery, San Francisco, CA, United States
- Location of Medal: Naval Historical Center, Washington Navy Yard, Washington, DC