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Boxer Rebellion

Frank Elmer Smith

Oiler · U.S. Navy

U.S. Navy

22 June 1900 · Place not recorded

Branch
U.S. Navy
Era
Expeditions, 1871–1933
Home state
Virginia
Action
Frank Elmer Smith, 22 June 1900

The citation

Official citation

In action with the relief expedition of the Allied Forces in China during the battles of 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Smith distinguished himself by meritorlous conduct.

Sources

Ready I Left My Home — Staff Sgt. Anisha Johnson

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