Frank Friday Fletcher-Arlington, VA
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Don.Morfe
N 38° 52.860 W 077° 04.248
18S E 320377 N 4305609
Mexican Campaign-Vera Cruz Medal of Honor Recipient for action in the battle of Vera Cruz on April 21-22, 1914. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Section 3, Site 1933.
Waymark Code: WMXXEE
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 03/12/2018
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He was born on November 23, 1855 in Oskaloosa, IA and died on November 28, 1928 in Manhattan, NY. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: FLETCHER, FRANK FRIDAY
• Rank and organization: Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy
• Accredited to: Iowa
• G.O. No.: 177, 4 December 1915
Citation: For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Under fire, Rear Adm. Fletcher was eminent and conspicuous in the performance of his duties; was senior officer present at Vera Cruz, and the landing and the operations of the landing force were carried out under his orders and directions. In connection with these operations, he was at times on shore and under fire.
Armed Service: Navy
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