Albertus Wright Catlin-Arlington, VA
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N 38° 52.632 W 077° 04.242
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Mexican Campaign-Vera Cruz Medal of Honor Recipient for action in the battle at Vera Cruz on April 22, 1914. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Section 7, Site 10038.
Waymark Code: WMXX0F
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 03/10/2018
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He was born on December 1, 1868 in Gowanda, NY and died on May 31, 1933 in Culpeper, VA. He attained the rank of Brigadier General in the U.S. Marine Corps. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: CATLIN, ALBERTUS WRIGHT
• Rank and organization: Major, U.S. Marine Corps
• Appointed from: Minnesota
• G.O. No.: 177, 4 December 1915
Citation: For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion, Maj. Catlin exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.
Armed Service: Marines
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