Edward Allen-Brooklyn, NY
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China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion) Medal of Honor Recipient for action with the relief expedition in China on June 13, 20, 21, and 22, 1900. He is buried at The Evergreens Cemetery, Brooklyn NY in the Nazareth Section, Lot 1251
Waymark Code: WMY60K
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 04/28/2018
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He was born on December 4, 1859 in Amsterdam Netherlands and died on April 16, 1917 in Brooklyn NY. He served on the USS Newark. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: ALLEN, EDWARD
• Rank and organization: Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy
• Accredited to: New York
• G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901
Citation: Fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces on 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900, Allen distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Armed Service: Navy
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