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Boxer Rebellion

Axel Westermark

Seaman · U.S. Navy

U.S. Navy

17 August 1900 · Place not recorded

Branch
U.S. Navy
Era
Expeditions, 1871–1933
Home state
California
Action
Axel Westermark, 17 August 1900

The citation

Official citation

In the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 28 June to 17 August 1900. Throughout this period, Westermark distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

Sources

Ready I Left My Home — Staff Sgt. Anisha Johnson

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