Theodore Stark Wilkinson, Jr.-Arlington, VA
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N 38° 52.758 W 077° 04.284
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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 2, Site 3645.
Waymark Code: WMXZ40
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 03/20/2018
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He was born on December 22, 1888 in Annapolis, MD and died on February 21, 1946 in Norfolk, VA. He attained the rank of Vice Admiral in the U.S. Navy. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: WILKINSON, THEODORE STARK, JR.
• Rank and organization: Ensign, U.S. Navy
• Appointed from: Louisiana
• G.O. No.: 177, 4 December 1915
• Other Navy award: Distinguished Service Medal with gold stars in lieu of 2 additional DSM's
Citation: For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Ens. Wilkinson was in both days' fighting at the head of his company and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage.
Armed Service: Navy
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