Veracruz occupation
Adolphus Staton
Lieutenant · U.S. Navy
U.S. Navy
22 April 1914 · Vera Cruz, Mexico
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- Branch
- U.S. Navy
- Era
- Expeditions, 1871–1933
- Home state
- North Carolina
- Action
- Vera Cruz, Mexico
The citation
Official 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.
