Adolphus Staton-Arlington, VA
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N 38° 52.338 W 077° 04.092
18S E 320581 N 4304638
Mexican Campaign-Vera Cruz Medal of Honor Recipient for action in command of his battalion in the battle of Vera Cruz on April 22, 1914. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Section 4, Site 280-A.
Waymark Code: WMXYQ2
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 03/18/2018
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He was born on August 28, 1879 in Tarboro, NC and died on June 4, 1964 in Chevy Chase, MD. He attained the rank of Rear Admiral in the U.S. Navy. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: STATON, ADOLPHUS
• Rank and organization: Lieutenant, U.S. Navy
• Place and date: Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914
• Entered service at: North Carolina
Citation: For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914; was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.
Armed Service: Navy
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