Veracruz occupation
Albertus Wright Catlin
Major · U.S. Marine Corps
U.S. Marine Corps
22 April 1914 · Place not recorded
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- Branch
- U.S. Marine Corps
- Era
- Expeditions, 1871–1933
- Action
- Albertus Wright Catlin, 22 April 1914
The citation
Official citation
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion, Maj. Catlin exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.
Sources
- U.S. Army Medal of Honor citation index
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