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

Thomas Wilbur Kates

Details
  • Rank: Private (Highest Rank: Sergeant)
  • Conflict/Era: China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)
  • Military Service Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
  • Medal of Honor Action Date: June 21, 1900
  • Medal of Honor Action Place: Tientsin, China
Citation
In presence of the enemy during the advance on Tientsin, China, 21 June 1900, Kates distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: New York
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Born: May 7, 1865, Shelby Center, Orleans County, NY, United States
  • Died: May 6, 1931, Flushing, NY, United States
  • Buried: Flushing Cemetery, Flushing, NY, United States
  • Location of Medal: National Museum of the US Marine Corps, Quantico, VA
 

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