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 Axel Westermark - San Francisco National Cemetery Posted by:  DougK
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Axel Westermark (April 8, 1875 – May 7, 1911) was an American sailor serving in the United States Navy during the Boxer Rebellion who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Waymark Code: WMX26R
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 11/16/2017
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Axel Westermark
is one of thirty-seven Medal of Honor recipients buried at the San Francisco National Cemetery.
From Wikipedia:
Westermark was born April 8, 1875 in Finland, and after entering the navy he was sent as an Seaman to China to fight in the Boxer Rebellion.
He died May 7, 1911 in California and is buried in San Francisco National Cemetery San Francisco, California. His grave can be found in section A, grave 32.
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This headstone is located in Section A, Grave 32.
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Westermark's citation states:
Medal of Honor citation:
Rank and organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: 8 April 1875, Finland. Accredited to: California. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901.
Citation:
In the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 28 June to 17 August 1900. Throughout this period, Westermark distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
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Armed Service: Navy
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