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China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion) - U.S. Navy

William Francis Hamberger

Details
  • Rank: Chief Carpenter's Mate (Highest Rank: Lieutenant Commander)
  • 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
Fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces on 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900, Hamberger distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Medal of Honor Recipient William F. Hamberger
Medal of Honor Recipient William F. Hamberger
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: New Jersey
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Born: January 5, 1871, Newark, Essex County, NJ, United States
  • Died: September 1, 1937
  • Buried: Arlington National Cemetery (PMH) (6-9164), Arlington, VA, United States
 

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